筠州洞山悟本禪師語錄 1.6

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1.6

When the Master went on pilgrimage, he first visited Nanquan, arriving just when the memorial feast was being held for Mazu's anniversary. Nanquan asked the assembly: 'Tomorrow we offer a feast for Mazu; I wonder if Mazu will come or not?' The assembly had no answer. The Master then stepped forward and replied: 'As soon as he has a companion, he will come.' Nanquan said: 'Though this lad is young, he is very worthy of being carved and polished.' The Master said: 'Upādhyāya, do not debase the fine into the base.'

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筠州洞山悟本禪師語錄 — Classical Chinese