法演禪師語錄 2.16

2.16

Ascending the hall for the roast eggplant gathering, he said: "In the sixth month, during the dog days of summer, / Fiery clouds spread across the countryside. / Sitting by the water among the pines, / Loosening our sashes in shared delight. / Monks in patched robes play with lotus blossoms; / Guests and friends tilt jade cups. / Affairs of the red dust are bustling and luxurious, / But how carefree and elegant is the emerald cavern! / We will meet again next year; / Let us look forward to it and not abandon each other. / Baiyun once made an agreement: / Wishing to form a Blue Lotus Society."