四分律行事鈔資持記 2.10

2.10

In 'Opening the Chapter'. The outline says, 'First clarifying the precept-guard', because it intends to clarify that the sections and clusters are severe and fierce, and the retribution for violations is profound and cruel; it truly arises because the efficacy of what was received is deep, bringing about heavy punishments when there is a violation. It must especially be shown first so as to reveal the subsequent text. 'Substance' is the root.