起信論疏筆削記 12.29

12.29

"However, this..." Below, the commentary has two parts: first, stating the intention. Matching in reverse order: previously, when speaking of arising by following the flow, going from subtle to coarse was the direct order. Now, clarifying elimination and severance by going against the flow, going from coarse to subtle is the reverse order. Previously, what is close to the principle was taken as primary; now, what is easy to sever is taken as primary. "Due to this..." and so on matches the first defilement, because the two vehicles and the three ranks of the worthy cut this off together. "Conveniently borrowing..." and so on applies the previous section headings to this, saving further reconciliation, which is truly concise and essential.