It was founded during the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period by the Buddhist monk Bodhidharma,[1] who wanted his followers to practice martial arts for improving health, and self-defense, as well as upholding justice and helping the weak.
Shaolin members are expected to follow a Buddhist code of conduct in addition to having a good mastery of martial arts.
In Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils, You Tanzhi acquires the manual by chance and uses its skills to purge poison in his body after he is bitten by venomous creatures.
The sutra also increases his inner energy and stamina, allowing him to deliver an ordinary palm stroke with force several times the original impact.
[5] In the 2019 television series Heavenly Sword and Dragon Slaying Sabre, the Shaolin School is referred to by its proper name again.