摩訶止觀 9.35

9.35

Furthermore, when the eight touches initially stir, their virtues are still coarse; if they manifest repeatedly, they become increasingly profound and sharp. Their grades are said by some to be three, by others nine, or immeasurable grades, mutually delighting one another; with virtues crowded and bustling, one cannot attain one-pointedness of mind. It is like constantly performing theatricals, or like having many guests: having attended to one, another arrives again. Dispersing outwards, they are temporarily absent; slightly gathered, they reappear.