維摩經玄疏 2.27

2.27

Second, explaining the name Vimalakīrti by means of the three contemplations: the three contemplations sever the delusions that confuse the two truths and the three truths, and manifest the wondrous principle of the two truths and three truths. The true principle being luminous is called "pure"; the defiling obstructions being completely exhausted is called "undefiled"; contemplation uniting with principle, its great function being measureless, is called "fame." When the meaning of the three contemplations is accomplished, the intent of "pure," "undefiled," and "fame" is present therein. This sūtra clarifies admonishing outside the room and embracing inside the room. If one does not understand the dharma-door of the three contemplations, entering into the profound intent of the text will indeed be difficult to discern. Now, in clarifying the meaning of the three contemplations, there are roughly seven tiers: