Where can I find the material of Dunhuang murals? What about the background story?

The story of the Buddha statue in Mogao Grottoes is a double-headed Buddha statue.

This story is depicted on the Rui statue at the top of the western niche in Cave 237. Different Rui images are separated by bar patterns. In the middle is the "double-headed Buddha statue". The Buddha statue in the painting has two heads and four arms, with a strange shape, and a person kneeling on each corner of the foot to support it. This painting is ingenious and imaginative. It only uses two heads and four arms to show the theme of the story, and it is the clearest picture of the Buddha statue in Moscow grottoes.

In ancient India, two poor people lived by working hard for a short time. Although they are poor, they all believe in Buddhism. When they saw rich people digging holes to paint golden buddhas and offering sacrifices to bodhisattvas, they thought to themselves: Although we are as poor as a church mouse, we are no less devout to buddhas than those rich people. We don't have the money to dig caves. I hope that one day, we can pay for the painter to put a wonderful picture on the Buddha in the temple. In order to realize this wish as soon as possible, they got up early in the dark, ate the wind and drank the dew, and worked hard for more than ten years. Finally, each of them saved a small silver coin. They want to use this silver coin to ask artists to draw Buddha statues to realize their long-cherished wish.

On this day, a poor man rushed to the painter's house with money and asked him to draw a Buddha statue for him. He said, "Brother, a good painter, I made a wish in front of the Buddha in my early years to draw a true image of a golden statue for him. I worked hard for this for more than ten years and finally got this silver coin. " The poor man took out a coin with body temperature from his arms and put it in the painter's hand, earnestly pleading that "it is easy for rich people to dig holes, but it is difficult for poor people without money to draw portraits." Maybe I can't save any more money in my life, brother painter. The painter was moved. He knew that painting a Buddha's gold face with this little money might not even be enough to buy materials, but he agreed to the poor man's request.

A few days later, another poor man also found the painter's home. Holding a silver coin in his hand, he fell down in front of the painter and said, "Brother, a clever and kind painter, I earned this penny hard for many years. Please use it to draw a real Buddha statue for me. As a reward, I know it's not enough, but I can't make more money. In order to realize my wish, I have to ask you. The Buddha will bless you, and I will always be grateful for your great kindness. " The painter listened to the poor man's heartfelt words, but he refused and agreed.

This painter is a highly skilled painter. He used these two pence to buy pigments such as azurite and ochre sand, and used his superb crayons to compose a unique composition, so that the two poor people and his own piety could be condensed into a small portrait. He feels that the brushwork has never been so smooth and the composition has never been so chic and elegant. He meditated, and the brush in his hand waved like running water, blowing heartily and in one go. Soon, a lifelike Buddha statue appeared on the white wall of the temple. The painter looked at his masterpiece and couldn't believe it was his own handwriting, because the gods he painted in the past had never been so solemn and kind as this one.

The next day, the painter invited two poor people to the temple to worship Buddha and see the statue. It happened that the two poor people came to the temple at the same time. The painter proudly pointed to his new work and said, "This is the Buddha statue you want me to draw. How's it going? Are you satisfied? " Two poor people saw only one Buddha statue on the wall. They looked at each other puzzled. Both of them are thinking, "I paid a painter to draw a Buddha statue for me." How can this statue be said to belong to two people? " The painter knew from their expressions and eyes that they were worried, so he said to them, "What are you doing in such a daze? Frankly speaking, neither of you gave me enough money to buy this portrait. We are poor brothers and should help each other. I painted your money and your piety on the statue, and I melted my skills and heart into the Buddha statue. If what I said is not a lie, this image will definitely change. " After saying his word, the Buddha statue miraculously appeared. Behind the Buddha statue, Yu Yu really flashed, emitting thousands of golden lights, forming a very bright and dazzling aura. I vaguely saw that the body of the statue slowly separated into two identical Buddha statues, but the shadows were connected, dazzling and resplendent. After a while, the body gradually merged into one, forming a wonderful double-headed Buddha statue.

The two poor people saw the power of the Buddha with their own eyes, and quickly fell to the ground and bowed down, becoming more devout. They were very happy because the Buddha felt their sincere and pure hearts, even if it only cost a small piece of silver. They appreciate the friendship between the painters' brothers and admire their unfathomable magical skills. Since then, the three have become good friends.

Little novice monk committed suicide by keeping the precepts.

Once upon a time, there was an old man who was very devout to Buddhism and revered monks and nuns. He has a young only son. He thinks that being close to Zhu Zhechi, being close to Mexico is black, and doing good and cultivating oneself is nothing more than Buddhism, so he wants his son to convert to Buddhism.

The old man sincerely searched everywhere, and finally found a monk with profound Buddhist attainments, who followed the precepts and went to Gao Zhuo. The old man took his son to see the monk and asked him to be an apprentice. The monk saw the young man with fine features, a straight nose and a square mouth. He is simple, honest and clever. He is a good prospect of becoming a monk and practicing. He liked it very much and agreed at once. Monks personally cut hair and tonsure teenagers and give lectures. Soon, the old man's son officially became a novice monk. Under the careful teaching of monks, Xiaomi Sha gradually understood the true meaning of Buddhism and gradually deepened his cultivation. Especially in the discipline of practice, he can transcend the world of mortals, abandon secular desires, feel like a dry well, and devote himself wholeheartedly to chanting Buddha.

The dietary needs of the monk's temple are provided by a rich donor in the city, and three meals a day are delivered on time by the donor, and it is sunny and cold, and there is no delay every year. One day, a friend of the benefactor invited his whole family, old and young, domestic slaves and concubines as guests. The benefactor declined politely, but had to agree. However, when the whole family goes to the party, who will be left to look after the family, leaving boys, servants and maids is not safe. In anxiety and embarrassment, the donor's daughter asked, "Did my father have any difficulty in visiting?"

"We are all going to visit. Who will stay to look after the house?" Father said anxiously.

"Why is it difficult? Parents can lead the whole family at ease. I will guard at home. " The daughter readily promised to say.

So, the donor was very happy and took the whole family to a friend's house. The donor's daughter is at home alone.

The benefactor was so happy when he left that he forgot to tell his daughter to deliver food to the temple. When the sun went down, it was past dinner time, and the monk's stomach was empty, so he couldn't stand hunger, so he ordered Xiaomi Sha to go to the donor's house to get food. The monk repeatedly warned the little monk to abandon all vulgar ideas, beg for food in other people's homes, not covet carnal desires, and strictly abide by Buddhist precepts, so as not to ruin the reputation of Buddhism and fall into hell. Little novice monk listened attentively, but Nuo Nuo retreated.

The benefactor's daughter leans against the window and thinks. The girl in "Seeds of Love" vaguely felt the bud of longing for love, and her cheeks flushed. Flowers and plants are in full bloom in the courtyard, butterflies are flying and larks are singing towards the blue sky. She never felt lonely and lonely. When she was sixteen, she longed for a bright future in her life. She mourned her parents and didn't understand her daughter's mind. There is a big yard, everywhere is quiet, only one child. She longs for a hazy, mysterious and charming love.

Suddenly, a gentle knock on the door broke the silence.

"Who is it!" She asked timidly.

"It's me, Xiaomi Sha. I'm here to get the food from the benefactor."

The lonely girl in the boudoir suddenly heard the voice of a young man, and an unspeakable feeling welled up in her heart. She quickly opened the door and a gentle and handsome little novice monk stood in front of her. She lowered her head gently and held a deer in her arms, jumping with joy. Little novice monk never imagined that the benefactor was a beautiful girl, and suddenly he was at a loss and blushed.

Little novice monk said politely, "benefactor, no one has sent me to beg for food at night." He mumbled like an endorsement, silently telling himself not to forget the precepts and Master's teachings, staring at his toes and not daring to raise his head.

"Please come in!" A girl's heart is like a cheerful spring breeze. She can't hide her inner joy and love for this handsome little novice monk. "Ah, it must be God's pity that I am lonely, so I arranged for such a lovely little novice monk to come to me." Abundant spring makes girls forget their feelings. She took the little novice monk's hand with slender fingers: "Brother novice monk, you must be hungry?" We ordinary people have a lot to do, so my father went to visit and forgot to send you food. Forgive me, forgive me! "The little novice monk was heartbroken by the girl's frankness and courage, and involuntarily followed the girl into the door. The girl went like a gust of wind and floated back lightly, bringing a bowl of delicious rice and vegetables. The air was filled with the fragrance of girls, and the novice monk felt a throb in his heart. The girl looked at the little novice monk carefully with gentle eyes. Ah, what a beautiful little monk. His face is white, his forehead is wide, his eyebrows are black, his nose and mouth are angular, and he exudes masculinity. Her white face is flushed, and her shallow smile is charming and intoxicating. She felt the beauty of her youth. Which young girl is not good at love, and which young man is not good at love? She felt that the happiness she longed for was just around the corner, and she deeply admired this naive and lovely little novice monk.

"Little novice monk elder brother, how beautiful youth is, how short the spring night is. Did we come to this world just to escape into an empty door and endure the long-term loneliness next to Deng Qing's ancient Buddha? There is so much kindness and love in the world, and nature is so colorful. Why are you so young and beautiful, but you have to quietly pass away this rare life and precious youth in Buddhism? My parents are not at home, only you and me are at home. Can't we ... the girl stopped here and bowed her head as gently as the shyness of hibiscus. Little novice monk was moved by the girl's innocence. He felt feverish all over. He slowly raised his head, his eyes shining with enthusiasm. The girl couldn't help but hold the little novice monk's hand tightly and say, "I love you and you love me." Let's be together forever. "

Suddenly, the little novice monk saw the Buddha's beautiful face covered with golden light in the shrine of the hall, like a clear spring flowing through his heart. He woke up. He remembers Buddhist precepts, Master's teachings and his vows, and he will never be confused by color. However, this girl is so pure and holy, how can I hurt her? I can only show my heart by dying. Thought of here, little novice monk's inner thoughts disappeared. He said quietly to the girl, "I know how you feel, but you must clean a quiet room for me first and allow me to confess to the Buddha before dating you."

"You promised! Great. " The girl's voice trembled with excitement. She quickly cleaned a quiet room and said to the little novice monk, "Go in quickly and regret it. I'll wait for you outside. "

Little novice monk walked into the quiet room, facing the west, burning incense and praying: "Buddha, I am merciful, I am determined to practice, and I swear not to violate the precepts, but I can't bear to hurt the girl." I must die, and I must sacrifice my life to seek Buddhism. Please forgive the Buddha. " After that, he pouted and died.

The girl waited patiently outside the quiet room, but the little novice monk never came out. She couldn't help screaming, but the room was silent and she was afraid. She hurried through the door and was stunned by the horrible scene. Little novice monk cut his throat and the blood was still gurgling. She was shocked and ashamed and fainted on the ground.

In the evening, the benefactor came back from a friend's house with his whole family. He shouted for a long time, but his daughter didn't come out to open the door. Confused, he quickly asked the servant to climb over the wall to open the door. The whole family entered the gate and looked for the girl separately. They found her lying next to the body of little novice monk, with long hair fluttering and tears all over her face. Everyone was surprised, so they woke her up. The benefactor was worried that his daughter would be abused and asked quickly. It is difficult for a young girl to talk about it at the moment. If it is said that the novice monk cheated and framed his innocence, it is god forbid. It is impossible to hide things at this point. Little novice monk gave his life. What am I afraid of? Thinking of this, she sobbed and told the story, saying that she was willing to accept any severe punishment for the loyalty of the little novice monk. The benefactor sighed and cried. He said to his daughter, "It is great kindness to know your mistakes and correct them. Xiaomi Sha made a positive result and died. You don't have to be afraid and sad. The state has laws and regulations; If there is a shaman among the laity, the laity will pay 1000 yuan. Let's take a thousand dollars to atone. "

The king listened to the statement of the donor father and daughter kneeling in front of the temple and was deeply moved by the story of little novice monk abstinence. The king personally led the ministers to worship the body of the little novice monk at the donor's home and told the whole country to hold a state funeral for the little novice monk. The whole city crowded into the street, scrambling to watch. In the square, the gorgeous Qibao incense car carries the body of Xiaomi Sha, courtiers beat gongs and drums, monks followed the incense car around, and the girl stood on a high platform. Pointing to the girl, the king said to all his subjects and monks, "This girl is 28 years old, with beautiful national colors and graceful posture. Who in the world is not emotional? " Although this little novice monk is young, he can be refined, not obsessed with sex, strictly observe the precepts, and die a martyr. No one in the world respects him. "People sighed and admired the piety and sincerity of the little novice monk.

Sudanab gave alms to the masses.

In ancient times, there was a prince in Ye Bo named Sultana who made a temporary statement. Gold and silver treasures, clothing supplies, etc. As long as he gave everything to the world. Therefore, fame spread all over the world.

The king has a white elephant, which is powerful and can hold 60 ordinary white elephants. Every time you fight against the enemy, you win a great victory, which is regarded as the treasure of the town house. Enemy countries that have repeatedly lost and fought are always unwilling. Knowing that the prince was charitable, he took the opportunity to recruit eight Brahmins with generous rewards and gave enough money to go to Ye Bo to beg the Sultan's prince for a white elephant.

When Sudanah saw eight Brahmins asking for the white elephant in unison, he thought: The white elephant is my father's favorite thing and the treasure of the town house. If you give it to someone else, you will lose your status as a prince and become a sinner of the country. But another thought: I can't break my oath and my promise to the people. So he gave the white elephant to the Brahman without hesitation. Eight Brahmins danced with joy when they got the white elephant. Afraid that the king would break his word, they rode on the white elephant and hurried back.

When the white elephant was lost, the ministers were anxious and worried, so they reported to the king: "The prince gave too much charity and the country was empty." Now I have given the elephant to the enemy. What should I do if there is a war? "

According to the criminal law of our country, when a prince sends an elephant to others, he must gouge out his eyes and cut off his hands and feet. Although the king is angry, it is difficult to torture the prince. He ordered the prince's family to be expelled from the city and went to Mount Tante, 6,000 miles away from the city, to repent and turn over a new leaf. Sultana had nothing to say, so he took his wife Mandy and a pair of children to say goodbye to his parents and gave all his possessions to the world before driving out of the city.

People heard that the prince was leaving the palace and came to see him off. The prince said goodbye to everyone, walked for a long time with tears and wine, and stopped to have a rest under a tree. Here, some Brahmins came to beg for horses, and the prince immediately gave them the horses, pulling his cart and moving on. After a short walk, some brahmins came to beg for a car, and the prince gave it to someone else. In this way, along the way, he gave the Brahman the clothes his family wore and the money he brought with him, and became a poor man with nothing.

Indra became an ugly brahmin when he saw that the prince was so generous and wanted to test his sincerity. He came to the prince and said, "People often say that you are charitable and responsive. Please give me your wife. I am a bachelor. "

"yes." The prince readily agreed and told Mandy to follow the ugly brahmin immediately. Indra took Mandy not far away, then turned around and handed her over to the prince, revealing her true self, saying, "You keep your vows, give alms widely, and morality is supreme. Even I am not as good as sighing! Practice hard, your child will go back to the palace, and the king will send someone to take you back. " Say that finish, suddenly disappeared.

Later, the ugly Brahmins tortured the children in Sudan in every way, but they were not satisfied, so they took them to the market in Wangcheng to sell them. Indra led the Brahmins to sell their two children to the palace. The king saw two.

The grandson suffered a lot. Knowing that the Prince and his wife were backward, he sent ministers into the mountains to welcome the Prince back to China. The people of the whole country acclaimed the prince as king. Moved by the kindness of the enemy prince, he offered to send the white elephant away.

As a sign of repentance. Since then, the two countries have reconciled and there will never be war. He must keep giving until he becomes a Buddha.

This story is painted in the east of the top of the herringbone cave in Cave 4 19 of Mogao Grottoes. Through the serial pictures of the prince giving an image, being driven away, giving alms before departure, giving horses, cars, clothes, practicing in the mountains, giving sons in the mountains, giving wives, etc. , showing in detail the spirit of Prince Siddhartha's giving. This comic book, with vivid plot, ingenious composition, fine painting and outstanding theme, is the richest story with the same theme in Mogao Grottoes.

Zhang Qian went to the Western Regions.

The story of Asura.

First, take an elephant fetus.

In ancient times, Polonaise had a vast territory, rich products and a large population. King suddhodana is virtuous and kind, and Mrs. Moyev, the queen, is gentle and respected. It's just that the king and his wife are old and childless, so they are worried.

One noon in midsummer, the sun was blazing and the weather was sultry. Madame Moyev, the queen, was hot and uneasy. She went to the gazebo under the bodhi tree in the back garden to enjoy the cool, lay in bed and fell asleep unconsciously, and entered a sweet dream country. She dreamed that a white elephant was floating on the white clouds, and a lively and lovely little boy was sitting on the elephant's back and smiling. The white elephant descended from the sky and landed slowly in front of the bed. The little boy suddenly jumped off the elephant's back and got into his wife's tire under his right rib. At this time, the white elephant roared and flew into the sky on the white clouds. The queen suddenly woke up and told suddhodana what dream she had. The king didn't know whether it was good or bad, so he invited a fortune teller to interpret his dreams. The fortuneteller said, "It is a good omen for a child to ride like a human fetus. Congratulations to the queen for being pregnant and the king for having a prince! " The king was overjoyed and rewarded his master. ?

Second, born under a tree.