辯偽錄 4.2.6

4.2.6

The Buddha-sun was therefore hung aloft once more; the Dharma-cloud was thus spread far and wide. The realm was purified, and the breeze of compassion greatly fanned; the dense forest of false views was pruned, and the upright road of the Dharma King was opened. Cheering rang through the imperial park; dancing spread through the village lanes. His abounding virtue is most evident; his fine reputation is known afar. Alas! When the great void is clear, clouds of delusion arise; when the Great Sage appears, non-Buddhists flourish. Heterodox teachings confusing the truth have existed since ancient times; were it not for your contentions, how could our school be revealed? Because of your imbalance, my indignation arose; if your way were balanced, I would naturally be at peace. The True Path is like an ocean: could you dam it? The True Path is like space: could you extinguish it? Spitting upward at heaven only soils one's own head. To futilely stir up contentious debate—of what help is it to you? Unable to restrain our dancing with joy, we respectfully offer this praise: