四分律行事鈔資持記 2.11

2.11

In 'Clarifying the Precept-Guard', the first section begins by raising the inquiry. 'Due to...' and what follows explains and resolves it. Because it is the relying cause of samādhi and wisdom, and the master of the myriad practices, it is therefore said, 'It is supreme in generating good.' Because it supports and guides the lineage of the Saṅgha, and condition-sustains the Buddha's Dharma, it is therefore said, 'Its establishment is strong.' Briefly raising the two points reveals its essence and function. When the statement of the thesis says: conforming [with it], the Triratna is maintained and the tasks of a bhikṣu are accomplished; contravening [it], the true Dharma is destroyed and one conversely plants painful karma—this has the same meaning.