撫州曹山本寂禪師語錄 2.28

2.28

The correct within the biased (comprehending within conditions):
An old woman who has overslept encounters an ancient mirror; (Exposed. 'Just now I remembered again.' Also: 'What appearance is it? If so, then it displays no other color.')
Distinct, face to face, there is no other true one. (Comprehending right now. Just this very one is also lost; moreover, if so, before there is a true one it is slightly better.)
Alas, having lost her head, she still recognizes the reflection! (Not the original head. Also: 'Do not recognize the reflection, that is it.' Also: 'In the end she does not remember.' Also: 'If so, then it cannot be altered.')