Why do so many literary works use Buddhism to belittle Taoism?

Journey to the West was a classical Chinese novel, in which the plot that exalted Buddhism and belittled Taoism was not one of the main plots. In the novel, Buddhism and Taoism were two different religious forces with their own beliefs and leaders. Although there were some images and stories depicting Buddhism in the novel, there was no obvious plot to elevate Buddhism. On the contrary, the novel depicted some Taoist characters and plots, such as Sun Wukong and Zhu Bajie's communication with Taoist priests, as well as the communication between Tang Sanzang and his Buddhist master, etc. In the novel, the characters of Buddhism and Taoism have their own strengths and weaknesses, but they are not mutually exclusive. On the way to get the scriptures, Tang Sanzang and his team had to face various difficulties and challenges. They also had to communicate and cooperate with other religious forces in order to complete the mission. Therefore, the novel did not elevate or belittle any religion, but was an inclusive and diverse storyline.

Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism were the representative works of the three major branches of Chinese traditional culture, including: Confucian classics: The Analects of Confucius, Mencius, Da Xue, The Doctrine of the mean, etc. Taoist classics: Tao Te Ching, Chuang Tzu, the Book of Changes, etc. Buddhist classics: Diamond Sutra, Heart Sutra, Lotus Sutra, Maitreya Sutra, etc. These classic works are an important part of Chinese culture. They are widely praised and read, and have a profound impact on Chinese history, culture and thought.

Many of the novels were about Buddhism, mainly because Buddhism had a profound influence on Chinese culture and many people had a strong interest in Buddhism. There were many profound truths and philosophical considerations in Buddhist teachings that could attract people's interest. In addition, Buddhism was also very successful in shaping some characters, such as Bodhisattva, Buddha, etc. It was easy for people to resonate and emotionally invest in them. Therefore, many novels would use Buddhist elements to enrich the story and increase the reader's reading experience.

There might be the following types of honors for Buddhism and Taoism: 1. Receive special awards: novels that cultivate both Buddhism and Taoism often have unique depth of thought and philosophical content, so they may receive some special awards such as literary awards, art awards, etc. 2. Receive good reviews from readers: novels about Buddhism and Taoism are usually well received by readers because their unique depth of thought and philosophical content can attract readers 'interest and cause them to think. 3. Author's honor: An author who practices both Buddhism and Taoism may receive some honors such as the Nobel Prize in Literature, the Nebula Prize, and so on. This was because their novels had a unique depth of thought and philosophical content that could resonate with readers and have a far-reaching impact. 4. Acquire social influence: novels that cultivate both Buddhism and Taoism may have an impact on society because they have profound thoughts and can guide readers to think and shape their values. This kind of novel might become a hot topic in society and attract widespread discussion and attention.

Journey to the West is a novel that combines Buddhist and Taoist elements. Many of the characters are the embodiment of Buddhism and Taoism. In Buddhism, Sun Wukong was the incarnation of Guanyin Bodhisattva, Zhu Bajie was the incarnation of Mars god, Sha Wujing was the incarnation of Saturn god, and Tang Sanzang was the incarnation of Buddha Shakyamuni. In Taoism, Sun Wukong was the incarnation of Taishang Laojun, Zhu Bajie was the incarnation of the Jade Emperor, Sha Wujing was the incarnation of the South Pole Immortal Weng, and Tang Sanzang was regarded as the teacher of Tang Sanzang and his disciples who went to the West to obtain scriptures. In addition, many other characters in Journey to the West were also incarnations of Buddhism and Taoism. For example, Bai Jingjing was the incarnation of God Jingjing, the Black Wind Monster was the incarnation of the Demon King Black Bear, and Monk Sha was the incarnation of God Nazha. Journey to the West combined the elements of Buddhism and Taoism, combining the stories and characters of the two religions to show the understanding and exchange of beliefs of the ancient people.

As a fan of online literature, I can't provide the specific details and background of mythical stories because these stories are often influenced by multiple factors such as geography, culture, history, etc. They may change with time and geography. At the same time, mythical stories were also literary works. The plots and characters in them were usually fictional and exaggerated, not a true reflection of objective historical events. Therefore, the plots and characters of mythological stories could not be interpreted and evaluated with a general historical and scientific attitude. In short, the plots and characters in mythological stories were fictional and should not be regarded as witnesses to real historical events. We should appreciate and explore these literary works with an open mind instead of trying to find true answers from them.

Buddhism's teachings are generally accepted, but there are also different sects and views within Buddhism. This is because Buddhism's teachings are very profound, and different people have different understandings and views. The central idea of Buddhism was Nirvana, which meant transcending the cycle of life and death. However, the methods and ways to achieve Nirvana are different, so there are also different factions and views within Buddhism. The differences in these sects and views may stem from different understandings and ways of achieving Nirvana, or from differences in historical and cultural backgrounds. In addition, the doctrine and practice of Buddhism also faced different challenges and difficulties, so different sects and views would face different explanations and responses. These factors could lead to different views and factions within Buddhism. Although there are different sects and views within Buddhism, the Buddhist teachings are generally accepted. Everyone can obtain inner peace and relief through the Buddhist teachings and practices.

Xuankong Temple was a temple that combined Buddhism and Taoism.

Xuankong Temple was a temple that combined Buddhism and Taoism. There were Buddhist halls and Taoist temples in the temple, worshipping Buddha and Dao Ancestor respectively. This integration of Buddhism and Taoism reflected the diverse integration and religious tolerance of ancient Chinese religious culture.

Taoism and Buddhism are both Chinese religions with a long history and rich cultural heritage. Each of them had produced unique doctrines and practices in different historical periods and regions, which had a profound impact on Chinese culture and society. In terms of influence, Taoism played an important role in Chinese history and culture. It was regarded as a religion that paid attention to nature and pursued physical and mental health. Buddhism originated from India and had a wide influence after it was introduced into China. Buddhism emphasized the relationship between man and the world, advocated getting rid of pain and pursuing nirvana. It was a religion with profound thoughts and rich practical methods. To evaluate which was more powerful, Taoism or Buddhism, one needed to consider various factors such as religious doctrines, practice methods, cultural background, social influence, and so on. Different religions had their own unique charm and value, and it was difficult to compare and judge them simply.