虛堂和尚語錄 9.46

9.46

At the informal gathering for concluding the summer retreat: "Collecting the Dharma canon, verifying realization within a set time—this is the grand model of former sages. In collecting the Dharma canon, it is essential that the wisdom-life flows continuously; in verifying realization within a set time, what matters is suddenly shedding emotional reckonings. Jingshan's assembly this summer manifested the great person's form, yet none recognized each other; host and guest stole ease with each other—why speak of knowingly committing infractions? When it comes to recommending words and rewarding labor, there is simply no place to open the mouth. Tell me, what kind of monastery is this?" Striking the staff, he said: "Han Gan's horse neighs at the ferry of fragrant grass; / Dai Song's ox lies in the shade of green willows."