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The Journey of Tang Seng: A Historical Perspective The legendary tale of Tang Seng, originating from the ancient Chinese novel Xi You Ji (Pilgrimage to the West), has captivated audiences in China for generations. This narrative is grounded in the life of the celebrated monk Xuanzang (602-664), who made significant contributions to Buddhism and its…
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Zhu Bajie, widely recognized as Zhu Ganglie or Zhu Wuneng, is a pivotal character from the legendary Chinese literature piece, Journey to the West, along with its various adaptations. Initially, in the narrative, he takes on an antagonistic role until his eventual redemption through the influence of companions like Sun Wukong and Xuanzang. In the…