大般涅槃經義記 8.56

8.56

First, he explains repenting faults; from 'If someone asks' downward, he reveals straightforwardness by framing questions. There are five questions and answers, and the text in each case can be understood. From 'Because of the straightforward mind' downward, he praises it to reveal its benefits: 'faith in the existence of the buddha-nature' is the benefit of according with principle; 'not termed an icchantika' is the benefit of departing from the heterodox; 'termed a disciple of the Buddha' is the benefit of taking refuge in the correct; 'if receiving robes' and so forth is the benefit of properly receiving offerings. 'This is termed' downward concludes.