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Myths and Legends

349: Monkey King: My Own Worst Enemy

Dec 27, 2023
In this episode, the hosts continue the stories of the Monkey King on the Journey to the West. They discuss encounters with bandits and doppelgängers, as well as the importance of making friends who can tell the difference between good and evil. They also delve into the mysterious and slightly murderous Kongamato, a possible dinosaur. Stay tuned for thrilling adventures and philosophical discussions on the value of life.
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Quick takeaways

  • Friendly conversation and faith can be effective in diffusing tense situations and overcoming challenges.
  • Patience, understanding, and discernment are crucial when dealing with cultural differences and distinguishing between illusion and reality.

Deep dives

The Monkey King uses a friendly chat to resolve a bandit attack

In this episode of Mythsome Legends, the Monkey King demonstrates that a friendly conversation is sometimes the best solution to dealing with bandits. When the group encounters a mountain that is known for being infested with demons and bandits, the Monkey King tries to ease their fears by emphasizing the power of faith and the divine protection they have. Despite initial reservations, the group successfully traverses the mountain without any harm thanks to the Monkey King's calming words.

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