佛祖統紀 27.97

27.97

Zongben initially studied under Chan Master Huai of Tianyi and had an awakening. Later he resided at Jingci. By imperial decree, he was appointed abbot of Huilin in the Eastern Capital and summoned for an audience at the Yanhe Hall. He secretly cultivated Pure Land practices. As his end approached, he sat peacefully and passed away. Dharma Master Cai of Leifeng spiritually journeyed to the Pure Land and saw an exceptionally magnificent hall; someone told him: "This is reserved for Chan Master Ben of Jingci." Furthermore, Master Xi of Zifu went to Huilin, paid homage at his feet, donated gold, and departed. When questioned, he answered: "In samādhi I saw a golden lotus; someone said it was awaiting Chan Master Ben of Huilin. There were also countless small lotuses, said to await those who receive deliverance; some were withering, which were said to belong to those who backslide."