大乘起信論別記 1.17

1.17

In "Revealing the Correct Meaning," there are, broadly, two divisions: first, properly explaining the above section on name and meaning; second, from "Furthermore, from the gate of arising and ceasing" downward, briefly clarifying the method of seeking and entering the principle. Within the proper explanation, according to the above, there are two parts: first, explaining the heading of dharma; second, from "Furthermore, the self-essence of tathatā" downward, explaining the heading of meaning. In the initial explanation of dharma, there are also two parts: first, a general explanation, explaining the general establishment above; second, an individual analysis, analyzing the individual establishment above.