佛祖統紀 37.70

37.70

In the thirteenth year, an edict ordered that newly ordained monastics throughout the realm should study the Vinaya for five summer retreats. An imperial decree appointed Vinaya Master Tanyuan to oversee and inspect them, with the authorities providing them with food and clothing, so that worldly pursuits would not undermine their achievements. Within a few years, vessels of the Way were grandly accomplished, and Tanyuan was appointed National Saṅgha Controller.