維摩經玄疏 4.31

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4.31

Second, clarifying that all is provisional: if we discuss the four ineffables as being preached through causes and conditions, then the four teachings are all provisional, skillful means for transforming beings. Therefore the Buddha said: "When I sat at the place of enlightenment, I did not attain a single real dharma. With an empty fist I deceived small children in order to deliver all beings."

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維摩經玄疏 — Classical Chinese