觀無量壽佛經疏 1.4

1.4

Within this Dhyāna Sūtra, I first present seven analytical sections, and thereafter interpret the meaning according to the text: First, presenting the introductory title; second, explaining its name; third, interpreting the meaning according to the text and distinguishing the differences in the fundamental doctrine and the scope of the teaching; fourth, correctly revealing the distinctions among the speakers; fifth, analyzing the generic and specific differences between the two kinds of good, meditative and non-meditative; sixth, harmonizing contradictions between sūtras and treatises, broadly posing questions and answers to dispel doubts; seventh, analyzing the degree of benefit obtained by Vaidehī upon hearing the Buddha's correct teaching.