諸經要集 9.71

9.71

'When a foolish and dull person draws near the wise, / It is like a ladle scooping a flavor: / Though he associates with them for long, / He still does not understand the Dharma. / When an open and discerning person draws near the wise, / It is like the tongue tasting a flavor: / Though he associates with them for but a moment, / He immediately comprehends the essentials of the Way. / The deeds committed by a fool / Bring disaster upon his own body. / Resolving in his mind to do evil, / He brings heavy calamities upon himself. / Committing deeds that are unwholesome, / He looks back in his old age with regret, / Bringing tears streaming down his face / As the retribution fulfills past habits.'