弘明集 12.28

12.28

Imperial Rescript: I have learned of your discussion with Huiyi regarding squatting to eat. Recently, I also heard of it roughly; in my general view, I do not differ from the tenor of your submission. However, since I have not read the Buddhist scriptures, I have no reason to regulate matters based on personal views alone. I do not know what Huiyan and Daosheng think; if they are in complete agreement, Huiguan seems unwilling to regret his initial position. Recently, could you not seek the middle ground further with the monks? Regarding the inscription and eulogy for the Jetavana, I also do not recall promising it. Since this is not what I am accustomed to, and in addition I have had no leisure, I have not been able to reciprocate, which I regret very much.