大般涅槃經集解 8.80

8.80

Sengzong states: The preceding question about the many heads inquired into the mystery of the body; now this question about preaching the Dharma inquires into the mystery of speech. Faculties may be sharp or dull, and teachings may be shallow or deep, just as [the moon waxes from] the first to the fifteenth day. Baoliang states: This clarifies that the Buddha is like a parent who does not deceive his children, preaching the Dharma in accordance with their faculties and dispositions to encourage faith.