法華論疏 2.492

2.492

"Speaking of parables" is the third [part], explaining the sūtra. In all, it explains four phrases: first, explaining various parables; second, explaining causes and conditions; third, explaining mindful observation; fourth, explaining skillful means. In the first text, there are three [parts]: first, presenting the parable; second, explaining the parable; third, concluding the parable.