• The Rise and Fall of the Monkey King (Sun Wukong) – Chinese Mythology

  • Feb 3 2025
  • Length: 11 mins
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The Rise and Fall of the Monkey King (Sun Wukong) – Chinese Mythology

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  • Can a mischievous monkey truly transcend the limits of mortality? Join us as we unravel the legendary tale of Sun Wukong, the indomitable Monkey King whose quest for eternal life takes us on a mystical journey filled with adventure, wisdom, and transformation. We explore how Wukong, driven by his relentless yearning for immortality, traverses mystical lands and learns from enigmatic hermits, eventually encountering the Taoist master Subuti. Through arduous practice and spiritual cultivation, Wukong masters the art of transformations and achieves the coveted state of immortality. Witness how he returns to his kingdom, the Flowers and Fruit Mountain, using his newfound wisdom to uplift and enlighten his people, culminating in a daring quest to acquire the magical staff, Jinggu Bang.
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