大方廣佛華嚴經隨疏演義鈔 63.38

63.38

On the commentary's "this single one belongs to one's own level; all below are superior advancement": of the eight clauses of superior advancement, the first six are self-benefit, and the latter two are benefiting others. Within the former there are four: first, the second clause gives rise to understanding in relation to others; second, the third clause gives rise to practice in relation to others; third, three clauses where practice is accomplished and obstacles are transcended; fourth, one clause where obstacles are eliminated and realization is attained. Within the third: first, eliminating the affliction obstacle; second, eliminating the cognitive obstacle, called "doubtful matters of secret meaning." As for "subtle arrogance regarding the Dharma": it is low-grade arrogance; being difficult to recognize, it is subtle, and because it is subtle, it is secret.