大般涅槃經集解 48.22

48.22

Sengliang comments: The third metaphor. Having broken the two attachments, one attains both the nominal and the real, and the various fetters gradually diminish; only the attachment to real dharmas is difficult to remove, which is symbolized by the evil expedient. Entering contemplation and seeing emptiness is symbolized by concealing the sword. Emerging from contemplation and generating attachment is symbolized by feigning intimacy. Wishing to cause attachment to arise is symbolized by [calling] to come back. Contemplating emptiness and severing attachment is symbolized by not trusting [them]. Baoliang comments: Although one attains the understanding of the two emptinesses—nominal and real—yet upon emerging from the mind of existence, one returns to generating attachment toward the five aggregates. Therefore, one again grasps the five aggregates and contemplates them. Being unable to attain it immediately is symbolized by concealing the sword they held. Generating attachment according to sentiment is like feigning intimacy.