China Naming Network - Auspicious day query - Buddhism, is there really a living Buddha in Lingyin Temple in Hangzhou in history? Can I get his blessing by reciting the holy name of Jigong Living Buddha?

Buddhism, is there really a living Buddha in Lingyin Temple in Hangzhou in history? Can I get his blessing by reciting the holy name of Jigong Living Buddha?

Jigong (1148-1209), formerly known as Li Xiuyuan, was born in Yongning Village, Tiantai County, Zhejiang Province, and became a monk in the Southern Song Dynasty. Later generations are honored as "Living Buddha to help the public".

He is a broken hat, a broken fan, a broken shoe and a dirty dress. He seems to be crazy. He first became a monk in Xiaoguo Temple, then lived in Lingyin Temple and then in Jingci Temple. He is not bound by precepts, loves wine and meat, and behaves like a crazy monk. He is a learned and moral monk. He is listed as the fiftieth ancestor of Zen Buddhism and the sixth ancestor of Yangqi School, and he is the author of Quotations from the Peak.

Jigong knows Chinese medicine and has cured many intractable diseases for the people. I like to fight against injustice, relieve people's grievances and save lives. His virtues of helping the poor, eliminating violence, promoting good and punishing evil have left a unique and beautiful impression in people's hearts. -Baidu Encyclopedia