法苑珠林 23.91

23.91

Furthermore, the Daśabhūmika-vibhāṣā states: A Dharma master occupying the lion's seat observes four types of methods. What are the four? First, when wishing to ascend the high seat, one should first respectfully bow to the great assembly and only then ascend the seat. Second, if there are women in the assembly, one should contemplate impurity. Third, one's deportment, demeanor, and gaze should possess the characteristics of a great person; expounding the sound of the Dharma with a genial and joyful countenance so that people will all faithfully accept it, not speaking non-Buddhist scriptures, and keeping the mind free of timidity or fear. Fourth, toward abusive words and hostile interrogations, one should practice forbearance.