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維摩經略疏垂裕記 2.36

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2.36

Second, the assembly of bodhisattvas, in two parts: first, stating the intention and dividing the sections; second, following the text to explain the meaning, in five parts: first, clarifying the category, in two parts: first, phenomenal explanation, in two parts: first, a brief indication; second, from "In full" onwards, extensive explanation, in two parts: first, translating and explaining the nominal meaning, in two parts: first, Master Kumārajīva retaining the abridged [form]; second, from "Translating" onwards, the translations and explanations of various masters, in two parts: first, generally citing the various masters. "Enlightened being (kaishi), initial being (shishi)": Jingxi says: "Because the mind is first opened; because one first generates the mind [for awakening]." "The ancient version translates it as eminent being (gaoshi)": the ancient translation of this sūtra; ascending and transcending ordinary beings and the Small [Vehicle], they are therefore named 'eminent beings.'"

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