虛堂和尚語錄 2.34

2.34

He also cited: "Mingzhao instructed the assembly. As soon as the assembly gathered, Zhao said, 'The wind here is somewhat stiff; let us return to a warm place to confer.' He then stepped down from his seat. The assembly followed him to the abbot's quarters; Zhao then struck them, saying, 'As soon as you reach a warm place, you immediately get drowsy.'" The Master said, "Bellowing and shouting, disheartening ten thousand people, was not lacking; but Mingzhao simply had not seen anyone abandon their armor and drag their weapons. Is there anyone who will share death and share life?" He gave a shout.