Buddhism, which was made its appearance from B.C 600 to B.C 500 in ancient India, is the third dominant religions in the world. Late Western Han Dynasty, it was introduced into China. In early years of Eastern Han Dynasty, Buddhism was prevailed in many rich families. Through full development and spread in Wei-Jin, South and North Dynasty, Sui and Tang Dynasty, it brought Buddhism at its peak. Till Song Dynasty it has become so popular that common families were fond of it. In Buddhism are such doctrines as spirit never dies after death, comeuppance, abstinence from killing, stealing, desiring, cheating and drinking, be kind to live animals. Affected by the doctrine of protecting live animals people set captive fish free into "Let Go" ponds. Gradually, there were many gold carps gathering in the ponds of the famous temples, such as Xinlin temple, Yueboluo temple, Liuhe tower etc. Quite a few ancient books on Buddhism saving captive animals were come out. It is no doubt to say, from its beginning, goldfish has the links with Buddhism.
What's more, Buddhism advocates self-cultivation and self-seeking. Namely, it puts more stress on calming one's mind, enjoying beautiful sceneries such as blue sky and seas, grandiose mountains and limpid rivers, bright sunlight and warm breeze, sliver moon and stars. These natural things seem so magic that they can bring you back to nature and help you remove all worries and pressures.
Let's imagine that a swimming goldfish can recall you of the past and predict your bright future. Aren't such beautiful things able to fill you with encouragement? In addition Tibetan Buddhism, endows goldfish with symbolization of liberation from the suffering and fetters and goldfish also means eternity and palingenesis. According to its doctrine goldfish eyes can penetrate turbid muddy water so it is capable of knowing past and predicting the future.
How can anyone dislike goldfish?
