萬松老人評唱天童覺和尚頌古從容庵錄 5.60

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Case: Shoushan instructed the assembly, saying: 'If you comprehend the first phrase, you act as teacher to buddhas and patriarchs. (He is still a descendant of Wansong.) If you comprehend the second phrase, you act as teacher to humans and devas. (Corrupting other people's sons and daughters.) If you comprehend the third phrase, you cannot even save yourself.' (Speaking of this incompetent fellow!) A monk asked, 'Which phrase has the Venerable comprehended?' (Try guessing.) Shoushan said, 'When the moon sets at the third watch, passing through the marketplace.' (The three phrases can be distinguished; a single arrow pierces deep space.)