Abstract

This paper is intended to make an analysis in the salvation of Chinese and Western religion. Salvation is the same theme of Journey to the West and The Lord of Rings. Journey to the West, as a Chinese work, has the feudalism characteristics. Its salvation is about Buddhism and pays more attention on the baptism and forgiveness of sin. It shows intensively heroism and mythology features, which reflect the yearning for wealthy and better life. The Lord of Rings' salvation is based on the original sin. Anyone can’t get rid of origin sin, so salvation becomes universal. Only adhere to the hearts and abide by the faith, benevolence and hope can soul get salvation. Throughout the study on the similarities and differences of salvation, it can help understand other countries’ culture and promote the integration of culture. 

Keywords: Chinese and Western; religion; salvation; Journey to the West; The Lord of Rings; comparison

Contents

Abstract

摘要

1. Introduction-1

2. Literature review-1

2.1 Definition of salvation-1

2.2 Former researches-2

2.3 Current situation-3

3. The development of salvation-3

3.1 Origin of salvation-3

3.2 From god to ordinary person.-4

3.3 From ideal to reality-6

4. Salvation of Journey to the West and The Lord of Rings-7

4.1 Salvation of Journey to the West-7

4.2 Salvation of The Lord of Rings-9

4.3 Comparison-11

4.4 Discussion-13

5. Conclusion-13