勝鬘寶窟 1.8

1.8

The words of this sūtra are concise and its meaning rich; its events are far-reaching and its principles profound. Far from being merely the single sūtra of Śrīmālā, it summarizes the essential doctrine of the vaipulya. Having savored it deeply and drilled for fire over many years, gathering from ancient and modern times and searching through sūtras and treatises, I have compiled its profound text into three scrolls. If it accords slightly with the sage's intent, may its merit be bestowed on living beings; if there be errors, I pray for secret guidance.