廣弘明集 16.25

16.25

Your subject [Xiao Gang], speaking his tabooed name, submits this memorial: The imperial messenger Lü Wenqiang conveyed the imperial decree bestowing upon your subject one cypress stūpa pillar and ten thousand catties of bronze for the construction of the Tianzhongtian Monastery. The nine regions contribute metal, and towering trees of a thousand fathoms are selected. The Brahma-wheel will shine eternally, and the jeweled stūpa is newly raised. The Xia dynasty would feel ashamed of its divine cauldrons, and the Jin dynasty would despise its weather vanes. This causes blessings to spread throughout the realm and merit to uplift all without exclusion. Being mediocre and foolish, your subject has received this supreme good: joyous acceptance fills my heart, and the light of grace illuminates my countenance. Lacking words to express my gratitude, and unable to bear my profound veneration, I respectfully present this memorial to express my thanks. Respectfully submitted.