法苑珠林 85.25

85.25

The three paths obstruct and sever; / the six perfections are the common principle.
Giving, discipline, forbearance, and vigor, / dhyāna and wisdom enlighten the unenlightened.
The four immeasurables shine with benevolence; / the three trainings grieve with compassion.
These blessings and benefits alone / are truly exalted by the mind.
Defilement or purity follows feeling; / taking up or setting aside rests with oneself.
Understanding arises or is lost; / stop exhausting yourself in self-delusion!
The six obscurations have long blocked the way; / the eightfold right path is empty and harmonizing.
When merit and wisdom are both evoked, / principle and cognition are both penetrated.