An impression after reding A Journey to the West

In the Four Great Classical Novels, it is the most lively, since childhood I read it to always feel both enjoyable and interesting. But today, has not changed is that bizarre, colorful mythology of the world, my insight has changed.

A single stick can be broken easily, but to break a bundle of stick is extremely hard. This theory can also be applied to us humans. When standing alone, a man is weak and vulnerable; yet when men are united and heading towards a common goal, they can sustain all challenges. Teamwork is truly the key to great achievements. The great achievements can be made with combined efforts. This claim can be justified by the successful publication of  the story in “A Journey to the West”.

                The characters in the book “Journey to the West” accounts the legendary pilgrimage to India of the Buddhist monk Tripitaka, accompanied by Monkey King, Pigsy, and Sandy. Monkey King is the most fearless fighter and the most capable problem-solver among the four. He and his team encounter numerous difficulties along the journey: they have to look for sustenance while living under the constant threat of villains and monsters. But whatever they run into, Monkey King never fails to save the day. His supernatural power as well as his tenacity lead accessibility makes it easy for the team to ask others for help when in need. Sandy, on the other hand, plays an important role in bringing the team together. Sticking to his patience, Sandy always manages to resolve the conflicts among the other three. Meanwhile, Tripitaka works as a spiritual guide of the team. With his kindness and compassion, he makes sure that all the team’s decisions are made without violating the principles of Buddhism. He is the one who never loses faith in the cause of pilgrimage. As can be seen, without any of the four, the team would probably get into great troubles or disband halfway through the journey. It is exactly due to teamwork that they reach the final destination together.

                From the stories of “A Journey to the West”, we can see the importance of teamwork. Therefore, in order to make great accomplishment, it’s advisable to all to have a common goal and work together.