"Song" is a Buddhist term that refers to short and pithy poems or lyrics, usually sung with bright melodies. In Buddhism, "songs" are similar to songs in form, but their contents are usually to publicize the teachings and practice methods of the Buddha, and some are to praise the merits and compassion of the Buddha and Bodhisattva.
Because the language is concise, easy to remember and spread, it is often used to teach practitioners and popularize Buddhism. In the history of Buddhism in China, famous poetry collections include Six Ancestors Tanjing, Ode to Hua Yan, and Ode to Fa Hua. In addition, Luo has some special uses.
For example, in Zen Buddhism, monks often use chanting to ask questions, express their feelings or answer Master's questions. In practice, some Zen people will also use this money to cater to the meditation state, enlighten themselves or guide others. There is also an independent practice method, called "ritual", in which practitioners keep reciting and silently reciting poems to enhance their ability and wisdom in chanting Buddha.
In a word, Shu, as an important stylistic form in Han Buddhism, not only expresses the wisdom and compassion of Buddhism, but also bears the imagination and emotion of Buddhist practitioners, and is an indispensable part of China traditional culture.
In addition, it is also widely used in literature and art. Since the Tang Dynasty, many poets have created poems with poems as their themes. For example, "Farewell to Ancient Grass" written by Bai Juyi, a great poet in the Tang Dynasty, has a poem "Grass over the plain, coming and going with the four seasons". Wildfire can't burn it out, but the spring breeze can revive it.
According to this song. Based on the life cycle of vegetation, this poem expresses Bai Juyi's sadness of parting, and also shows his love and cherish for life materials. There are many similar poems, such as Song of Eternal Sorrow by Bai Juyi and Chai Lu by Huang Tingjian.
Generally speaking, it is not only a tool for Buddhist practice, but also an important element in literature and art. In China's traditional culture, Lot has been widely used and deeply rooted in people's hearts, becoming a unique cultural symbol, which embodies the wisdom and spirit of the Chinese nation.