法華義疏 8.48

8.48

From "the plants, trees, thickets, and groves" downward is the fifth [part], explaining the parable of receiving moisture. First receiving the Buddha's teaching with faithful acceptance and rejoicing is called receiving moisture. Within the text there are three [sections]: first, generally explaining receiving moisture; from "and the various medicinal herbs" downward, particularly explaining receiving moisture. "Roots, stems, branches, and leaves" illustrates the four dharmas: faith, morality, concentration, and wisdom. The three types of grass each possess these four dharmas and are termed superior, middling, and inferior; according to superior, middling, and inferior, each has that which it receives, summarizing the reception of moisture.