景德傳燈錄 12.30

12.30

The Hermit of Tongfeng. A monk asked, "If you suddenly encounter a tiger out in the distance, what will you do?" The Master made a roaring sound. The monk made a frightened gesture. The Master laughed loudly. The monk said, "This old thief!" The Master said, "What can you do about this old monk?" A monk came in front of the hermitage and was about to leave. The Master said, "Ācārya! Ācārya!" The monk turned his head and gave a shout. The Master remained silent for a long time. The monk said, "This old fellow has died!" The Master then struck him. The monk had nothing to say. The Master chuckled and laughed loudly. A monk entered the hermitage and grabbed hold of the Master. The Master said, "Murder! Murder!" That monk pushed him away and said, "What are you shouting for?" The Master said, "Who is it?" The monk shouted. The Master struck him. As the monk walked out, he turned his head and said, "Just wait! Just wait!" The Master laughed loudly.