The Mad Monk Stephen Chow Google
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 behaviour, and for violating Buddhist monastic rules by consuming alcohol and meat.. Ji Gong (Chinese: æ¿Ÿå…¬, 2 February 1130 – 16 May 1209 Birthdate Lunar 2nd Month, 2nd Day), born Li Xiuyuan and also known as 'Chan Master Daoji' (Chinese: é“濟禪師) was a ChanBuddhist monk who lived in the Southern Song.
By the time of his death, Ji Gong had become a folk hero in Chinese culture and minor deity in Chinese folk religion.. He is mentioned by Buddhists in folktales and kōans, and sometimes invoked by oracles to assist in worldly affairs. HERE
