瑜伽論記 18.18

18.18

Regarding 'the quest for existence also has five, etc.', Jing says: First, 'quest by intrinsic nature'—that is, spontaneously seeking bodily existence in higher realms, or also naturally seeking bodily existence in higher realms through detachment at the end of a kalpa. Second, 'quest through aspiration'—seeking through intentional vows, or also aspiring to detach from desire and be born above at times other than the end of a kalpa. Third, 'quest through folly'—not understanding that higher stages are impermanent dharmas, and seeking bodily existence in higher realms. Fourth, 'quest through disgust'—reviling the lower and seeking the higher. Fifth, 'quest through deliberation'—deliberating that higher stages are free from the defilements of the lower, and therefore seeking the higher stages.