This is a famous couplet in the Maitreya Buddha Hall of Tanzhe Temple, which is dedicated to Maitreya Buddha. Because the potbellied Maitreya Buddha is kind-hearted, handsome and often smiles, which vividly represents the purpose of Buddhism's generosity and compassion. When men, women and children saw him, they all inspired a relaxed and happy mood, entertaining and inspiring people. Bring a pleasant atmosphere to the solemn temples of Buddhism. Therefore, there is this couplet to write about him.
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No matter how far away, you can always see a fat Buddha sitting on the ground with his chest and stomach bare, smiling and holding a cloth bag in his hand. He is Maitreya. Throughout the ages, many literati have made a big fuss about Maitreya's big belly and smiling face, and wrote many humorous and philosophical couplets. Among them, the big belly can accommodate things that are difficult to accommodate in the world; Laugh when you open your mouth, and the ridiculous people in the world will be remembered.
This monk was recognized as the incarnation of Maitreya by local monks in China, so the statue of Maitreya was often shaped into a kind, smiling, open-minded and loving image, and was often called "Laughing Buddha, Joy Buddha and Belly Maitreya" by China people.