四分律行事鈔資持記 2.534

2.534

In the authorization: in the first section, the Vinayadvāviṃśatividyā-śāstra lists three marks that do not require much construction, yet also requires requesting authorization; the rest must be so, as can be known. A "hollow tree" is a large tree with a hollow inside where one can live. "Crags" are mountain caves. "Rock shade" refers to mountain valleys, the character yīn being pronounced in the departing tone. According to the Samantapāsādikā, only with a length of six and breadth of four may one begin to request authorization; a tree hollow is quite narrow and would not require requesting it. Now examining the Vinayadvāviṃśatividyā-śāstra in detail, it either does not depend on measurement, or includes the ground outside together with the tree and crags. From "Explanation…" downward, the commentary's explanation is cited: first, explaining the mandated request. From "Wherefore…" downward, it clarifies the intention: first listing and showing two faults. From "Therefore…" downward, it decides based on the faults. The various Vinayas mostly refer to Saṃgha grounds; based on these two faults, why distinguish between the Saṃgha's and private property? (These two sentences, according to the Precept Commentary, are the words of the Transactions Manual's author.)