禪林寶訓 3.31

3.31

Caotang said to Head Monk Kong: "Since the existence of monastic groves, none have matched Shitou, Mazu, Xuefeng, and Yunmen in the abundance of gathering talent. In modern times, there are only the two elders Huanglong and Wuzu. Truly, they were able to gather outstanding monks from all four quarters, releasing and employing them according to the depth of their capacity and their abilities. It is like riding in a light carriage drawn by a fine team of four horses, grasping all six reins and applying the whip, checking or loosing them at a mere glance—whither would they not reach?" (Extensive Record)