景德傳燈錄 10.80

10.80

Chan Master Zhitong of Mount Wutai (who called himself the Great Chan Buddha) was initially in Guizong's assembly. One night, he suddenly patrolled the hall shouting, “I have attained great enlightenment!” The assembly was startled. The next day, Guizong ascended the hall, assembled the community, and asked, “Let the monk who had great enlightenment last night step forward!” The Master stepped forward and said, “Zhitong.” Guizong said, “What principle did you see that you say you had great enlightenment? Try explaining it to me so I may see.” The Master replied, “A nun is naturally made of a woman.” Guizong remained silent and found him extraordinary. The Master then took his leave. Guizong walked him to the gate and handed him his bamboo hat. The Master took the hat, put it on his head, and walked off without looking back. Later, he resided at Fahua Temple on Mount Tai. When approaching the end, he composed a verse: