俱舍論頌疏論本 4.5
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4.5
Explanation: "In desire, a subtle cluster without sound / And without a sense faculty has eight entities": "desire" means the desire realm. "Subtle" means fine in quality, not an atom. A cluster of matter that is extremely subtle is given the name "subtle cluster," to show that there is nothing more subtly minute than this. In the desire realm, when devoid of sound and devoid of faculties, eight entities arise together, not deficient in any single one. As for the "eight entities," they are the four great elements, visible form, odor, taste, and tangibility.
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- 俱舍論頌疏論本 — Classical Chinese