Chapter 51

In Vain Does the Mind−Ape Use a Thousand Tricks

Fire and Water Fail to Harm the Demon

The story tells how the Great Sage Equaling Heaven went empty−handed and beaten to sit down behind Mount Jindou, tears streaming from both eyes.

"Master," he called out, "I had hoped

As Lord Buddha graciously brought us together

To go on to live with you, Master, for ever,

With you to train and to learn to be free.

Of the favours received ever...