Ji Gong
Ji Gong
Ji Gong, born Li Xiuyuan and also known as "Chan Master Daoji" was a Chan Buddhist monk who lived in the Southern Song. He purportedly possessed supernatural powers, which he used to help the poor and stand up to injustice. However, he was also known for his wild and eccentric behavior, who didn't follow Buddhist monastic rules by consuming alcohol and meat. By the time of his death, Ji Gong had become a legend in Chinese culture and a deity in Chinese folk religion. He is mentioned by Buddhists in folktales and kōans, and sometimes invoked by oracles to assist in worldly affairs.
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Male
Date of Birth
February 2nd, 1130
Age
894
Birth Place
People's Republic of China, Zhejiang, Taizhou
Date of Death
May 16th, 1207
Died Aged
77
Star Sign
Aquarius
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