起信論疏筆削記 18.39

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18.39

"The precepts of embracing sentient beings": this corresponds to the "precept of putting an end to worldly derision and disgust" explained in the *Mahāparinirvāṇa-sūtra*. It means that engaging in improper conduct or accepting and keeping illicit goods invites worldly ridicule and slander, thereby generating offenses in others. Because the offenses generated in others fundamentally stem from oneself, one must guard against this. Guarding against it means they do not slander; not slandering means they naturally generate the [wholesome] mind; generating the mind means they accept transformation; and accepting transformation fulfills the meaning of embracing [sentient beings].

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