虛堂和尚語錄 1.137

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He then cited: "Emperor Taizong of our dynasty held up a precious bowl and asked Prime Minister Wang Sui, 'Since it could not be lifted atop Mount Dayu, why is it now in our hands?' The Prime Minister had no reply. Later, Ciming replied on his behalf, 'Your Majesty's wrist has strength.'" The Master said, "The joyful meeting of ruler and minister, the sun shining and heaven looking down. If it is the thing atop Mount Dayu, the object has returned to its owner."

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虛堂和尚語錄 — Classical Chinese