代宗朝贈司空大辨正廣智三藏和上表制集 4.58

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The monk of the straw and earth Danzhen and others state: Today the Palace Attendant Wei Shouzhong reverently proclaimed the gracious imperial edict bestowing seven hundred and fifty-two bolts of silk to defray the cost of the late master's pagoda. Holding up this exceptional decree, all are touched by grief and honour; it provides a place to show our reverence, and the śarīra pagoda begins to rise. We humbly reflect that his subtle words still remain, adding blessing to the sagely court. This is because Your Majesty's Way is exalted and manifest; how could it be summoned by the filial devotion of his disciples? Danzhen and the others are overcome with breast-beating grief and deep gratitude. We respectfully submit this memorial to express our gratitude and make this known. Danzhen and the others, in genuine sorrow and genuine trepidation, respectfully state.