A Thai man who went on a drug rampage inside a Buddhist temple and faced a strange death has captured the attention of all of China and sparked a debate about instant karma.
On February 27, a 49-year-old man under the influence of drugs went on a chaotic rampage inside the temple, assaulting monks and destroying holy icons.
Police initially remained outside the place of worship due to concerns that he was armed.
However, an uneasy silence soon forced them to venture inside the temple.
At that time, police were shocked to find a man dead in a pool of blood with a Buddha statue stuck in his chest.
Further investigation revealed that the man had climbed the tallest statue in the temple to destroy it, but slipped and fell onto the sharp edge of another statue below.
The impact pierced his chest and lungs.
His strange manner of death attracted national attention in China, where deep reverence for the Buddha is deeply rooted in people’s spiritual lives.
In China, the tradition of “burning incense and worshiping Buddha” has been cherished throughout history and modern society, and is seen as a ritual to communicate with ancestors and gods.
This tradition usually involves burning three sticks of incense to honor the triple jewels of Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.
Participants can demonstrate dedication and sincerity by avoiding making loud noises and making sure their hands are clean before chanting, kneeling, and maintaining concentration during the ceremony. It is expected.
This custom also extends to burning six or nine sticks of incense, with six sticks representing blessings over two generations and nine sticks representing the same thing over three generations.
This man’s open disrespect for the Buddha and subsequent tragic end caused many to wonder if he was a victim of momentary karma on mainland social media.
An online observer said: “Is this an incarnation of the legendary Buddha?”
“The Buddha could no longer watch and took him out directly,” said another.
Another said: “This is definitely immediate karma and immediate retribution.
“Do not act recklessly in temples, in front of monks/nuns, or even in front of Buddha statues. Karmic consequences are very important, and this is a very real example.
“Belief is a choice, and you can choose not to believe, but be respectful. Remember that!”