法界次第初門 2.75

2.75

The reason why the fourteen transformations are explained after the ten kṛtsnāyatanas is that although the primary essence of contemplative dhyāna explained above is fully present, its function has not yet been elucidated. Now, wishing to learn the functions of the six superknowledges, one must first cultivate the mind of transformation. 'Transformation' in general means being able to make what is non-existent suddenly exist, and what exists suddenly non-existent; hence it is called transformation.