維摩經略疏 1.129

1.129

The two clauses beginning with "overshadowing the great assemblies" are second, explaining the external possession of the Dharma for converting others. Covering the ten dharma realms with non-referential compassion is why it says "overshadowing the great assemblies." Furthermore, "overshadow" (gài) means surpassing: deeply penetrating the four kinds of four truths, one rises far above those who have not penetrated them. "Attaining fearlessness": because compassion, merit, and wisdom are able to overshadow all, one is without fear. This explains the dharma of fearlessness and lack of trepidation in external functioning.