景德傳燈錄 12.31

12.31

The Hermit of Shanyang. A monk came to visit. The Master asked, "Who is it?" The monk said, "The hermit of Shanzhu." The Master said, "It is me." The monk gave a shout. The Master made a hissing sound. The monk said, "Still in need of the staff!" The Master struck him. A monk asked, "What principle did the hermit obtain before dwelling on this mountain?" The Master said, "I too wish to reveal a reason, but I fear being scrutinized by others." The monk said, "How can you avoid it?" The Master gave a shout. The monk said, "Just so!" The Master struck him. That monk laughed loudly and went out. The Master said, "Today a great defeat, a great defeat!"