淨土論 3.58

3.58

Question: The pure land is indeed the essential refuge of Dharmākara's skillful guidance, the wondrous technique held in Śākyamuni's heart. The six destinies rely on it to catch their breath; the four modes of birth entrust themselves to it to lodge their spirits. Residing in the pure realm, they are at eternal peace; gazing back upon Sahā, they bid a lasting farewell. How could it merely be that cultivating the three blessings allows one to ascend to the highest grade? Even giving rise to ten recitations allows one to attain birth in the lower grade! Thus all classes of beings return together, leaving not a single person behind. Now the treatise master has enlightened me with this essential technique and saved me from the blazing fire; from this day forward I shall revere and practice it. In praise, the verse says: