萬松老人評唱天童覺和尚頌古從容庵錄 5.27

5.27

The Master said: This verses Mountain Master Jin's "This is the director's room; that is the cook's room." When there is no reliance, it is naturally vast and open; where there is no bridle or tether, phenomena are inherently lofty and leisurely. In the tranquil homeland, how many can arrive? There must be no afflictions to sever and no Chan or Way to investigate; throughout the twelve periods of the day, apart from wearing clothes and eating food, all else is idle use of the mind. Judging by Master Jin's question, it also slightly possesses a hook and line that examines the ancient, tests the present, distinguishes ranks, and settles strength. Yet this vast and expansive body and mind fundamentally leave behind right and wrong. Nor was it wrong for Master Xiu to understand the Tathāgata's Chan, plainly discussing it with fundamental speech. How can one help that Baizhang said, "To interpret the meaning according to the sūtras is the injustice done to the buddhas of the three periods"? Therefore, slightly distinguishing strength and provisionally setting up steps, he said the bamboo shoot is tender without strength for use, while bamboo makes strips that can haul a thousand jun. When traces of words arise, right and wrong are formed. Master Jin cleared it away for him, pointing to another living road of vital function, which was by no means opening doors and windows or establishing tracks and ruts to deceive companions of the Way. Master Xiu bowed to excuse his lack of skill. Do you recognize the domestic furnace and bellows of these two masters? Entering the fire, one must still be finely forged; only upon the anvil can one endure the heavy hammer.