代宗朝贈司空大辨正廣智三藏和上表制集 2.36

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Amoghavajra states: I humbly reflect that Zhou Zhiguang dared to betray the imperial decrees and bring upon himself heavenly punishment. Having accumulated evil to his own destruction, his severed head has indeed been displayed. Celebration flows across the whole realm; joy matches the warmth of spring. This was truly because Your Majesty's divine calculations were subtly at work and your sagacious plans were secretly deployed. Before the warriors could even exert their valor, the common people had already attained security. The realm has grown clear, and the barbarians have lost their resolve. Thus we know that through the power of a Sage King, achievements without warfare are accomplished; through the compassion of a Benevolent King, the lives of sentient beings are preserved. Unworthily receiving Your overflowing favor, my joyful gratitude is exceedingly multiplied. Unable to bear my extreme joy and celebration, I respectfully present this memorial to express my gratitude and report. Amoghavajra, truly glad and truly joyful, respectfully speaks.