大乘入道次第開決 1.72

1.72

As for "the power of purity, the predominating power, etc.": the "power of purity" refers to the power of wholesome roots, because it can subdue the hindrances to be eliminated. The "predominating power" refers to the power of great vows, because it constantly serves as a spiritual friend to advance upon the path. "A firm mind": through the power of wholesome roots, the great bodhicitta is firm and non-retrogressive. "The mind ascending and advancing": through the power of great vows, the mind practicing wholesome deeds grows continuously. This is stated according to the two commentaries on the Mahāyānasaṃgraha; yet the root commentary mistakenly took wholesome roots as the predominating power. Let the wise examine this.