THE MAHĀPRAJÑĀPĀRAMITĀ SŪTRA
Chinese translation: Tang Dynasty, Tripitaka Master Xuanzang
VOLUME 52
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Chapter 15: CLARIFYING THE GREAT VEHICLE (2)
Furthermore, Subhūti, the characteristics of the Great Vehicle of the Great Bodhisattva are the Samādhi of Vigorous Action, the Samādhi of the Precious Seal, the Samādhi of the Lion’s Sport, the Samādhi of the Wondrous Moon, the Samādhi of the Moon Banner-Sign, the Samādhi of the All-Dharmas Fountain, the Samādhi of the Crown Viewing, the Samādhi of the Definitive Dharma Realm, the Samādhi of the Definitive Banner-Sign, the Samādhi of the Diamond Metaphor, the Samādhi of Entering the Dharma Seal, the Samādhi of the King of Samādhis, the Samādhi of Skillful Abiding, the Samādhi of Skillfully Establishing the King of Concentrations, the Samādhi of Emitting Light, the Samādhi of Non-Forgetting, the Samādhi of Emitting Light Without Forgetting, the Samādhi of the Power of Energy, the Samādhi of the Power of Adornment, the Samādhi of Equal Fountain, the Samādhi of Definitively Entering All Verbal Expressions, the Samādhi of Definitively Entering All Names, the Samādhi of Observing Directions, the Samādhi of the Dhāraṇī Seal, the Samādhi of the Ocean Seal of All Dharmas Going to Their Equal Destination, the Samādhi of the Royal Seal, the Samādhi of Pervading and Covering Empty Space, the Samādhi of the Diamond Wheel, the Samādhi of the Three Wheels of Purity, the Samādhi of Immeasurable Light, the Samādhi of Without Attachment and Without Obstruction, the Samādhi of Cutting Off All Dharmic Flows, the Samādhi of Relinquishing Treasures, the Samādhi of Universal Illumination, the Samādhi of Non-Contamination, the Samādhi of Abiding in Signlessness, the Samādhi of Non-Deliberation, the Samādhi of Subduing the Four Māras, the Samādhi of Equal Purity, the Samādhi of Boundless Light, the Samādhi of Generating Light, the Samādhi of Universal Radiance, the Samādhi of Pure Firm Concentration, the Samādhi of the Lion’s Exertion, the Samādhi of the Lion’s Frequent Extension, the Samādhi of the Lion’s Yawn, the Samādhi of Undefiled Light, the Samādhi of Wondrous Joy, the Samādhi of Equal to Lightning, the Samādhi of the Inexhaustible, the Samādhi of the Supreme Victory Banner-Sign, the Samādhi of the Imperial Sign, the Samādhi of Following the Bright and Correct Stream, the Samādhi of Complete Majestic Light, the Samādhi of Beyond Exhaustion, the Samādhi of Immovable and Irreversible, the Samādhi of Tranquil and Still, the Samādhi of Without Crevice, the Samādhi of Equal to the Sun, the Samādhi of the Pure Moon, the Samādhi of the Pure Eye, the Samādhi of Pure Light, the Samādhi of Equal to the Moon, the Samādhi of Generating Illumination, the Samādhi of What Should and Should Not Be Done, the Samādhi of the Sign of Wisdom, the Samādhi of the Diamond Garland, the Samādhi of the Abiding Mind, the Samādhi of Universal Brightness, the Samādhi of Wondrous Establishment, the Samādhi of Treasure Accumulation, the Samādhi of the Wondrous Dharma Seal, the Samādhi of the Equal Nature of All Dharmas, the Samādhi of Relinquishing Dusty Attachment, the Samādhi of the Complete Dharmic Fountain, the Samādhi of Entering the Dharma’s Peak, the Samādhi of the Precious Nature, the Samādhi of Relinquishing Clamor and Dispute, the Samādhi of Dispersal, the Samādhi of Distinguishing Dharma Phrases, the Samādhi of the Definitive, the Samādhi of Undefiled Practice, the Samādhi of the Self-Equal Sign, the Samādhi of Beyond Literary Signs, the Samādhi of Cutting Off the Object-Condition, the Samādhi of Without Transformation, the Samādhi of Without Category-Type, the Samādhi of Entering Name-Signs, the Samādhi of Nothing to Be Done, the Samādhi of Entering Definitive Names, the Samādhi of Signless Practice, the Samādhi of Beyond Obstruction and Darkness, the Samādhi of Complete Practice, the Samādhi of Unmoving, the Samādhi of Transcending the Realm, the Samādhi of Gathering All Virtues, the Samādhi of Abiding Without Mental Clinging, the Samādhi of Definitive Abiding, the Samādhi of the Pure Wondrous Flower, the Samādhi of Complete with Awakening Factors, the Samādhi of Boundless Eloquence, the Samādhi of Boundless Equality, the Samādhi of the Incomparable, the Samādhi of Transcending All Dharmas, the Samādhi of Definitively Judging All Dharmas, the Samādhi of Dispersing Doubts, the Samādhi of Without Any Abiding Place, the Samādhi of One-Sign Adornment, the Samādhi of Generating the Characteristics of Practice, the Samādhi of the One Characteristic of Practice, the Samādhi of Beyond All Characteristics of Practice, the Samādhi of Wondrous Practice, the Samādhi of Penetrating All Existences to Their Root and Departing Far, the Samādhi of Entering All Conventionally Established Language, the Samādhi of the Solid Treasure, the Samādhi of Not Grasping at Any Dharma, the Samādhi of Flame-Point Adornment, the Samādhi of Removal and Dispelling, the Samādhi of the Unexcelled, the Samādhi of the Dharma Torch, the Samādhi of Equal Wisdom, the Samādhi of Supernatural Powers Directed Toward Non-Retrogression, the Samādhi of Liberation from Sounds and Letters, the Samādhi of the Great Blazing Torch, the Samādhi of the Ornamentally Pure Sign, the Samādhi of Signless, the Samādhi of the Sign of Undefiled Patience, the Samādhi of Complete with All Wondrous Signs, the Samādhi of Complete Dhāraṇī, the Samādhi of Not Delighting in Any Pain or Pleasure, the Samādhi of Inexhaustible Characteristics of Practice, the Samādhi of Subduing All Right and Wrong Natures, the Samādhi of Cutting Off Hatred and Attachment, the Samādhi of Beyond Going Against and Going With, the Samādhi of Undefiled Brightness, the Samādhi of the Extremely Firm,
the Samādhi of the Full Moon’s Pure Light, the Samādhi of Great Adornment, the Samādhi of the Cool Lightning’s Light, the Samādhi of Able to Illuminate All Worlds, the Samādhi of Able to Rescue All Worlds, the Samādhi of the Equal Nature of Concentration, the Samādhi of the Equal Approach of the Tainted and the Untainted, the Samādhi of the Equal Approach of the Disputatious and the Non-Disputatious, the Samādhi of Without Lair, Without Banner, Without Pleasurable Attachment, the Samādhi of Definitively Abiding in Suchness, the Samādhi of Springing Forth from the Vessel, the Samādhi of Burning All Afflictions, the Samādhi of the Great Wisdom Torch, the Samādhi of Generating the Ten Directions, the Samādhi of Opening and Expounding, the Samādhi of Destroying Bodily Evil Conduct, the Samādhi of Destroying Verbal Evil Conduct, the Samādhi of Destroying Mental Evil Conduct, the Samādhi of Skillful Observation, the Samādhi of Like Empty Space, the Samādhi of Undefiled Like Empty Space. There are immeasurable hundreds of thousands of such samādhi dharmas – these are the characteristics of the Great Vehicle of the Great Bodhisattva.
At that time, the Venerable Subhūti addressed the Buddha:
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Vigorous Action?”
The Buddha taught:
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of encompassing the realm of all samādhis, capable of performing deeds that are powerfully supreme and boundless, capable of leading all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Vigorous Action.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Precious Seal?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of thoroughly penetrating the realm of all samādhis and definitively determining the modes of action for everything. This is called the Samādhi of the Precious Seal.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Lion’s Sport?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, among all the dharmas of equal holding, one manifests every wondrous function freely and at will. This is called the Samādhi of the Lion’s Sport.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Wondrous Moon?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, like the full and bright moon illuminating all concentrations. This is called the Samādhi of the Wondrous Moon.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Moon Banner-Sign?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of upholding all the signs of concentration entirely, like the full and bright moon, radiating subtle wondrous beams of light downward. This is called the Samādhi of the Moon Banner-Sign.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the All-Dharmas Fountain?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of bringing forth all samādhis, like springs and great pools pouring out streams of water. This is called the Samādhi of the All-Dharmas Fountain.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Crown Viewing?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of observing the highest point of all samādhis. This is called the Samādhi of Crown Viewing.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Definitive Dharma Realm?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one definitively illuminates all dharma realms. This is called the Samādhi of the Definitive Dharma Realm.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Definitive Banner-Sign?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of definitively upholding all the representative signs of the dharmas of concentration. This is called the Samādhi of the Definitive Banner-Sign.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Diamond Metaphor?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of mastering all concentrations without being swept away by those other concentrations. This is called the Samādhi of the Diamond Metaphor.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Entering the Dharma Seal?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of entirely penetrating and entering all dharma seals. This is called the Samādhi of Entering the Dharma Seal.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the King of Samādhis?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one governs and commands all concentrations freely like a king. This is called the Samādhi of the King of Samādhis.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Skillful Abiding?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one skillfully maintains all virtues without allowing them to be shaken or disturbed. This is called the Samādhi of Skillful Abiding.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Skillfully Establishing the King of Concentrations?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of skillfully establishing it. This is called the Samādhi of Skillfully Establishing the King of Concentrations.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Emitting Light?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of fully releasing the light of all concentrations. This is called the Samādhi of Emitting Light.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Non-Forgetting?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of memorizing the modes of action in the realm of all dharmas of equal holding, without omitting any realm. This is called the Samādhi of Non-Forgetting.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Emitting Light Without Forgetting?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one emits the supreme light of all concentrations, illuminating all kinds of sentient beings and enabling them to recall past events. This is called the Samādhi of Emitting Light Without Forgetting.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Power of Energy?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of bringing forth the power of energy of all concentrations. This is called the Samādhi of the Power of Energy.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Power of Adornment?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of eliciting the power of adornment of all concentrations. This is called the Samādhi of the Power of Adornment.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Equal Fountain?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all dharmas of equal holding emerge in an equal and impartial manner. This is called the Samādhi of Equal Fountain.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Definitively Entering All Verbal Expressions?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of penetrating and entering all definitively expressed verbal expressions throughout. This is called the Samādhi of Definitively Entering All Verbal Expressions.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Definitively Entering All Names?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of penetrating and entering all definitively established names throughout. This is called the Samādhi of Definitively Entering All Names.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Observing Directions?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of comprehensively observing and illuminating the direction toward which all concentrations lead. This is called the Samādhi of Observing Directions.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Dhāraṇī Seal?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of entirely upholding the impression of all the profound concentrations. This is called the Samādhi of the Dhāraṇī Seal.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Ocean Seal of All Dharmas Going to Their Equal Destination?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all the supreme dharmas of concentration are made to enter and merge there completely, like the vast ocean capable of receiving all rivers. This is called the Samādhi of the Ocean Seal of All Dharmas Going to Their Equal Destination.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Royal Seal?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all undertakings are made definitive, as if bearing the king’s seal, so that all wishes are accomplished. This is called the Samādhi of the Royal Seal.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Pervading and Covering Empty Space?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of protecting and sheltering all dharmas of equal holding without any gap, like the vast empty space pervading and encompassing all. This is called the Samādhi of Pervading and Covering Empty Space.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Diamond Wheel?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of entirely upholding all supreme concentrations, preventing them from disintegrating like the diamond wheel. This is called the Samādhi of the Diamond Wheel.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Three Wheels of Purity?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not cling to the concentrations, the one who enters concentration, or the object of concentration. This is called the Samādhi of the Three Wheels of Purity.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Immeasurable Light?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one continually emits all kinds of light, surpassing every measure. This is called the Samādhi of Immeasurable Light.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Without Attachment and Without Obstruction?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, with respect to all dharmas, one neither clings nor is obstructed. This is called the Samādhi of Without Attachment and Without Obstruction.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Cutting Off All Dharmic Flows?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of cutting off all flowing dharmas. This is called the Samādhi of Cutting Off All Dharmic Flows.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Relinquishing Treasures?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one relinquishes the signs of all concentrations – much less would one not relinquish the signs of all the various afflictions. This is called the Samādhi of Relinquishing Treasures.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Universal Illumination?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one radiates throughout all concentrations, causing the light of those concentrations to always appear clearly. This is called the Samādhi of Universal Illumination.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Non-Contamination?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, with respect to all the dharmas of equal holding, the mind is single-pointed with other concentrations and other dharmas, neither grasping them nor seeking them. This is called the Samādhi of Non-Contamination.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Abiding in Signlessness?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see even the slightest sign in any dharma of concentration that could serve as an abiding place. This is called the Samādhi of Abiding in Signlessness.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Non-Deliberation?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, not the slightest mental factor or mental concomitant arises. This is called the Samādhi of Non-Deliberation.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Subduing the Four Māras?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of subduing all four kinds of demonic adversaries. This is called the Samādhi of Subduing the Four Māras.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Equal Purity?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, it is like holding a pure lamp that clearly illuminates all concentrations. This is called the Samādhi of Equal Purity.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Boundless Light?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of emitting great light that illuminates infinitely and without limit. This is called the Samādhi of Boundless Light.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Generating Light?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one illuminates all dharmas of equal holding without interruption, eliciting all kinds of supreme light. This is called the Samādhi of Generating Light.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Universal Radiance?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of radiating light throughout all directions of concentration. This is called the Samādhi of Universal Radiance.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Pure Firm Concentration?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one attains the pure and equal nature of all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Pure Firm Concentration.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Lion’s Exertion?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one relinquishes all defilements at will, like the lion king advancing freely and boldly. This is called the Samādhi of the Lion’s Exertion.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Lion’s Frequent Extension?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one gives rise to supreme supernatural powers freely, eliminating all fear, and subduing all evil and violent demonic armies. This is called the Samādhi of the Lion’s Frequent Extension.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Lion’s Yawn?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one elicits skillful eloquence, and in crowded places one is without the slightest fear, defeating all heterodox sects and non-Buddhist paths. This is called the Samādhi of the Lion’s Yawn.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Undefiled Light?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of eliminating all defilements of concentration, and is also capable of illuminating all supreme dharmas of equal holding throughout. This is called the Samādhi of Undefiled Light.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Wondrous Joy?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one receives and enjoys the wondrous joy of all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Wondrous Joy.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Equal to Lightning?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one illuminates all dharmas of equal holding like the light of a lightning flash. This is called the Samādhi of Equal to Lightning.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Inexhaustible?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one elicits the inexhaustible virtue of all dharmas of equal holding yet does not see any sign of exhaustion or non-exhaustion in them. This is called the Samādhi of the Inexhaustible.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Supreme Victory Banner-Sign?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one rises above the signs of all concentrations like the supreme victorious banner. This is called the Samādhi of the Supreme Victory Banner-Sign.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Imperial Sign?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one attains the sign of freedom among all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of the Imperial Sign.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Following the Bright and Correct Stream?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one always follows completely along the stream of concentration thought that is bright, true, and correct. This is called the Samādhi of Following the Bright and Correct Stream.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Complete Majestic Light?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all dharmas of equal holding distinctly manifest overflowing majestic light. This is called the Samādhi of Complete Majestic Light.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Beyond Exhaustion?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one sees that all dharmas of equal holding are entirely inexhaustible, yet does not see the slightest sign of any dharma being exhausted or not exhausted. This is called the Samādhi of Beyond Exhaustion.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Immovable and Irreversible?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all dharmas of equal holding are made unmoved, unentangled, non-retrogressive, and free of idle talk. This is called the Samādhi of Immovable and Irreversible.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Tranquil and Still?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one sees all dharmas of equal holding as tranquil and still. This is called the Samādhi of Tranquil and Still.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Without Crevice?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, the observation of all dharmas of equal holding is made without any gap or crevice. This is called the Samādhi of Without Crevice.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Equal to the Sun?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one continually emits light that illuminates throughout all the doors of concentration. This is called the Samādhi of Equal to the Sun.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Pure Moon?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one always dispels darkness among all dharmas of equal holding like the shining moon. This is called the Samādhi of the Pure Moon.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Pure Eye?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of causing all five kinds of eyes to become purified. This is called the Samādhi of the Pure Eye.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Pure Light?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one attains the four unobstructed knowledges among all dharmas of equal holding, and causes all those concentrations to be able to arise as well. This is called the Samādhi of Pure Light.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Equal to the Moon?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one eliminates the ignorance and darkness of all sentient beings like the shining moon. This is called the Samādhi of Equal to the Moon.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Generating Illumination?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all the doors of concentration continually emit light that radiates throughout. This is called the Samādhi of Generating Illumination.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of What Should and Should Not Be Done?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one knows all dharmas of equal holding – what should be done and what should not be done – and also causes all concentrations to accomplish things in this way. This is called the Samādhi of What Should and Should Not Be Done.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Sign of Wisdom?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one always sees the signs of ownership among all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of the Sign of Wisdom.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Diamond Garland?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one thoroughly comprehends all the gates of equal holding and dharmas, yet has no fixed views regarding concentration and dharmas. This is called the Samādhi of the Diamond Garland.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Abiding Mind?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, the mind does not waver, does not shift, does not dazzle; nor does it have deficiency, nor does one think of having a mind. This is called the Samādhi of the Abiding Mind.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Universal Brightness?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of radiating the light of all concentrations throughout. This is called the Samādhi of Universal Brightness.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Wondrous Establishment?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of wondrously establishing all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Wondrous Establishment.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Treasure Accumulation?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one sees all dharmas of equal holding as if they were masses of treasure. This is called the Samādhi of Treasure Accumulation.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Wondrous Dharma Seal?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one always imprints all dharmas of equal holding deeply, because one uses the signless seal to stamp them. This is called the Samādhi of the Wondrous Dharma Seal.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Equal Nature of All Dharmas?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one never sees any dharma apart from the nature of equality. This is called the Samādhi of the Equal Nature of All Dharmas.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Relinquishing Dusty Attachment?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all paths of defiled attachment to the dharmas of concentration are abandoned. This is called the Samādhi of Relinquishing Dusty Attachment.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Complete Dharmic Fountain?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all the Buddha-dharmas appear in complete, full, and abundant profusion. This is called the Samādhi of the Complete Dharmic Fountain.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Entering the Dharma’s Peak?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of permanently eliminating all dark and obscure dharmas, and also rises above all concentrations to stand foremost. This is called the Samādhi of Entering the Dharma’s Peak.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Precious Nature?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of giving rise to the boundless preciousness of great magnificent virtues. This is called the Samādhi of the Precious Nature.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Relinquishing Clamor and Dispute?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one relinquishes all kinds of clamorous disputes of the world. This is called the Samādhi of Relinquishing Clamor and Dispute.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Dispersal?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one dissolves all clinging views about equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Dispersal.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Distinguishing Dharma Phrases?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of skillfully distinguishing the dharma phrases of all concentrations. This is called the Samādhi of Distinguishing Dharma Phrases.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Definitive?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, the practice of all dharmas of equal holding is accomplished definitively. This is called the Samādhi of the Definitive.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Undefiled Practice?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of giving rise to boundless supreme pure practice. This is called the Samādhi of Undefiled Practice.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Self-Equal Sign?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one attains the sign of equality among all names of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of the Self-Equal Sign.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Beyond Literary Signs?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not grasp even a single letter among all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Beyond Literary Signs.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Cutting Off the Object-Condition?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one cuts off all object-condition signs of all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Cutting Off the Object-Condition.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Without Transformation?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see any sign of transformation among all dharmas. This is called the Samādhi of Without Transformation.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Without Category-Type?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see any sign of differences in category or type among all dharmas. This is called the Samādhi of Without Category-Type.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Entering Name-Signs?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one penetrates and enters the true realm of name-signs of all dharmas. This is called the Samādhi of Entering Name-Signs.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Nothing to Be Done?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all constructions and actions come to rest. This is called the Samādhi of Nothing to Be Done.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Entering Definitive Names?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one penetrates and enters the way of the definitive names of all dharmas, which have no ownership and are merely conventionally displayed. This is called the Samādhi of Entering Definitive Names.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Signless Practice?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, there is no attainment in the signs of any concentration. This is called the Samādhi of Signless Practice.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Beyond Obstruction and Darkness?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all the obstructions and darkness of concentration are entirely eliminated. This is called the Samādhi of Beyond Obstruction and Darkness.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Complete Practice?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, in the practice of concentration, although one sees, one does not see. This is called the Samādhi of Complete Practice.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Unmoving?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see any movement among all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Unmoving.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Transcending the Realm?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one always transcends the object-realm of all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Transcending the Realm.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Gathering All Virtues?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of gathering all the virtues obtainable from all concentrations, yet regarding all dharmas, there is no thought of gathering. This is called the Samādhi of Gathering All Virtues.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Abiding Without Mental Clinging?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, with respect to all concentrations, the mind does not shift or fall into decline. This is called the Samādhi of Abiding Without Mental Clinging.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Definitive Abiding?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, the mind definitively abides among all concentrations, yet one clearly knows that the sign of such abiding cannot be grasped. This is called the Samādhi of Definitive Abiding.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Pure Wondrous Flower?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all dharmas of equal holding are made pure and adorned with radiant clarity, like a precious flower. This is called the Samādhi of the Pure Wondrous Flower.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Complete with Awakening Factors?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all concentrations are quickly brought to fulfillment in the seven factors of enlightenment. This is called the Samādhi of Complete with Awakening Factors.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Boundless Eloquence?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one attains boundless eloquence among all dharmas. This is called the Samādhi of Boundless Eloquence.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Boundless Equality?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of illuminating all dharmas clearly, like a bright lamp. This is called the Samādhi of Boundless Equality.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Incomparable?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all dharmas of equal holding always attain the highest level. This is called the Samādhi of the Incomparable.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Transcending All Dharmas?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of transcending all dharmas in the three realms. This is called the Samādhi of Transcending All Dharmas.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Definitively Judging All Dharmas?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one sees all supreme concentrations and all dharmas, and distinguishes them clearly for the sake of sentient beings. This is called the Samādhi of Definitively Judging All Dharmas.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Dispersing Doubts?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, if there are many doubts regarding all dharmas of equal holding and other dharmas, one can dispel them all. This is called the Samādhi of Dispersing Doubts.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Without Any Abiding Place?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see any dharma that has an abiding place. This is called the Samādhi of Without Any Abiding Place.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of One-Sign Adornment?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see any two signs among all dharmas. This is called the Samādhi of One-Sign Adornment.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Generating the Characteristics of Practice?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, regarding all the gates of equal holding and all dharmas, although one is capable of generating all kinds of characteristics of practice, one completely does not see any capacity to generate them. This is called the Samādhi of Generating the Characteristics of Practice.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the One Characteristic of Practice?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one sees that all dharmas of equal holding have no two characteristics of practice. This is called the Samādhi of the One Characteristic of Practice.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Beyond All Characteristics of Practice?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one sees that all dharmas of equal holding are entirely without any characteristic of practice. This is called the Samādhi of Beyond All Characteristics of Practice.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Wondrous Practice?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all dharmas of equal holding give rise to various kinds of supreme and subtle wondrous practices yet without any clinging to them. This is called the Samādhi of Wondrous Practice.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Penetrating All Existences to Their Root and Departing Far?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one attains penetrating wisdom regarding all dharmas of equal holding and all other dharmas; having attained this wisdom, one thoroughly penetrates all conditioned existences and departs far from them. This is called the Samādhi of Penetrating All Existences to Their Root and Departing Far.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Entering All Conventionally Established Language?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one penetrates and enters all the samādhi dharma gates, using spoken language to present them yet without any reliance or grasping whatsoever. This is called the Samādhi of Entering All Conventionally Established Language.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Solid Treasure?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of eliciting boundless preciousness of supreme, subtle, wondrous virtues that neither regress nor disintegrate. This is called the Samādhi of the Solid Treasure.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Not Grasping at Any Dharma?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is not attached to any dharma, because all dharmas constantly depart from their nature and characteristics. This is called the Samādhi of Not Grasping at Any Dharma.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Flame-Point Adornment?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one continually emits all kinds of light that radiates to dark places, and further adorns with immeasurable virtues. This is called the Samādhi of Flame-Point Adornment.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Removal and Dispelling?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one eliminates boundless afflictions and habitual tendencies. This is called the Samādhi of Removal and Dispelling.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Dharma Torch?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one always illuminates clearly the individual characteristics and shared characteristics of all dharmas. This is called the Samādhi of the Dharma Torch.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Equal Wisdom?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one clearly illuminates the principles of emptiness and non-self of all dharmas. This is called the Samādhi of Equal Wisdom.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Supernatural Powers Directed Toward Non-Retrogression?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of eliciting immeasurable supreme, difficult-to-subdue, non-retrogressing supernatural powers. This is called the Samādhi of Supernatural Powers Directed Toward Non-Retrogression.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Liberation from Sounds and Letters?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one sees that all dharmas of equal holding are already liberated from all signs of sounds, letters, and quiescent extinction. This is called the Samādhi of Liberation from Sounds and Letters.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Great Blazing Torch?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all dharmas of equal holding have the very great majestic power of clearly illuminating all concentrations, like a blazing torch. This is called the Samādhi of the Great Blazing Torch.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Ornamentally Pure Sign?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, the signs of all dharmas of equal holding are made ornamentally pure. This is called the Samādhi of the Ornamentally Pure Sign.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Signless?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see any sign among all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Signless.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Sign of Undefiled Patience?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one attains an undefiled and unstained patience among all dharmas. This is called the Samādhi of the Sign of Undefiled Patience.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Complete with All Wondrous Signs?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, the wondrous signs of all concentrations are fully manifested. This is called the Samādhi of Complete with All Wondrous Signs.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Complete Dhāraṇī?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of fully grasping and retaining all the supremacy of all concentrations. This is called the Samādhi of Complete Dhāraṇī.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Not Delighting in Any Pain or Pleasure?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not delight in observing the signs of pain and pleasure among all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Not Delighting in Any Pain or Pleasure.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Inexhaustible Characteristics of Practice?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see any termination in the characteristics of practice of all concentrations. This is called the Samādhi of Inexhaustible Characteristics of Practice.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Subduing All Right and Wrong Natures?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, with respect to the right nature and wrong nature among all dharmas of equal holding, one always subdues all views and causes them not to arise. This is called the Samādhi of Subduing All Right and Wrong Natures.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Cutting Off Hatred and Attachment?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see any sign of hatred or sign of liking in any dharma of concentration. This is called the Samādhi of Cutting Off Hatred and Attachment.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Beyond Going Against and Going With?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see any sign of going against or going with in any dharma of concentration. This is called the Samādhi of Beyond Going Against and Going With.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Undefiled Brightness?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one sees neither clarity nor obscurity among all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of Undefiled Brightness.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Extremely Firm?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all dharmas of equal holding are made firm. This is called the Samādhi of the Extremely Firm.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Full Moon’s Pure Light?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, the virtues of all dharmas of equal holding are made complete and full, like the pure and bright full moon causing the waters of all oceans to rise. This is called the Samādhi of the Full Moon’s Pure Light.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Great Adornment?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all dharmas of equal holding are made to accomplish great, rare, and subtle wondrous adornment. This is called the Samādhi of Great Adornment.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Cool Lightning’s Light?”
Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one emits cool light that illuminates all kinds of sentient beings, causing all darkness, poison, heat, and torment to be entirely eliminated. This is called the Samādhi of the Cool Lightning’s Light.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Able to Illuminate All Worlds?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one illuminates all dharmas of equal holding and all other dharmas, enabling all kinds of sentient beings to understand clearly. This is called the Samādhi of Able to Illuminate All Worlds.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Able to Rescue All Worlds?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of rescuing all kinds of sorrow and suffering of the world. This is called the Samādhi of Able to Rescue All Worlds.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Equal Nature of Concentration?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see any difference between concentration and the nature of all dharmas of equal holding. This is called the Samādhi of the Equal Nature of Concentration.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Equal Approach of the Tainted and the Untainted?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one fully comprehends the equal nature of the tainted and the untainted in all concentrations and all dharmas. This is called the Samādhi of the Equal Approach of the Tainted and the Untainted.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Equal Approach of the Disputatious and the Non-Disputatious?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one does not see any difference between the disputatious and the non-disputatious nature and sign among all dharmas and all concentrations. This is called the Samādhi of the Equal Approach of the Disputatious and the Non-Disputatious.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Without Lair, Without Banner, Without Pleasurable Attachment?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one demolishes all lairs, abandons all banners and insignias, severs all pleasurable attachments, and has no clinging whatsoever. This is called the Samādhi of Without Lair, Without Banner, Without Pleasurable Attachment.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Definitively Abiding in Suchness?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all dharmas of equal holding give rise to virtues, like divine power causing food to appear in the bowl. This is called the Samādhi of Definitively Abiding in Suchness.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Springing Forth from the Vessel?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all dharmas of equal holding give rise to virtues, like divine power causing food to spring forth in a bowl. This is called the Samādhi of Springing Forth from the Vessel.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Burning All Afflictions?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, all afflictions are burned without leaving a trace. This is called the Samādhi of Burning All Afflictions.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of the Great Wisdom Torch?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one continually emits wisdom light that penetrates and illuminates all things. This is called the Samādhi of the Great Wisdom Torch.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Generating the Ten Powers?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, the ten powers of the Buddha are quickly brought to fulfillment. This is called the Samādhi of Generating the Ten Powers.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Opening and Expounding?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one constantly opens up and expounds the profound and wondrous true dharma for sentient beings, enabling them to quickly be liberated from the great suffering of birth and death. This is called the Samādhi of Opening and Expounding.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Destroying Bodily Evil Conduct?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, although one does not see any body, one always eliminates all evil actions of the body. This is called the Samādhi of Destroying Bodily Evil Conduct.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Destroying Verbal Evil Conduct?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, although one does not see any speech, one always eliminates all evil actions of speech. This is called the Samādhi of Destroying Verbal Evil Conduct.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Destroying Mental Evil Conduct?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, although one does not see any mind, one always eliminates all evil actions of the mind. This is called the Samādhi of Destroying Mental Evil Conduct.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Skillful Observation?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of skillfully observing and clearly understanding the faculties and natures of all sentient beings in order to liberate them. This is called the Samādhi of Skillful Observation.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Like Empty Space?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one is capable of benefiting all sentient beings universally, while the mind is equal like the vast empty space. This is called the Samādhi of Like Empty Space.
“World-Honored One, what is called the Samādhi of Undefiled Like Empty Space?”
“Subhūti, when abiding in this samādhi, one contemplates all dharmas as having no ownership, like empty space – undefiled, unattached. This is called the Samādhi of Undefiled Like Empty Space.
Subhūti, there are immeasurably many hundreds of thousands of such samādhi dharmas. Know that these are the characteristics of the Great Vehicle of the Great Bodhisattva.
Furthermore, Subhūti, the characteristics of the Great Vehicle of the Great Bodhisattva are the four foundations of mindfulness. What are the four? They are the foundation of mindfulness of the body, the foundation of mindfulness of feeling, the foundation of mindfulness of the mind, and the foundation of mindfulness of dharmas.
Subhūti, the foundation of mindfulness of the body is: when a Great Bodhisattva is cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to the inner body one abides contemplating the entire body, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about the body, always being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension, in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. When Great Bodhisattvas are cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to the outer body one abides contemplating the entire body, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about the body, always being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension, in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. When Great Bodhisattvas are cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to both the inner and outer body one abides contemplating the entire body, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about the body, being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension, in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. Subhūti, this is the foundation of mindfulness of the body of the Great Bodhisattva.
Subhūti, the foundation of mindfulness of feeling is: when Great Bodhisattvas are cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to inner feeling one abides contemplating all feeling, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about feeling, being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension, in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. When Great Bodhisattvas are cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to outer feeling one abides contemplating all feeling, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about feeling, being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension; in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. When Great Bodhisattvas are cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to both inner and outer feeling one abides contemplating all feeling, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about feeling, being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension, in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. Subhūti, this is the foundation of mindfulness of feeling of the Great Bodhisattva.
Subhūti, the foundation of mindfulness of the mind is: when a Great Bodhisattva is cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to the inner mind one abides contemplating the entire mind, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about the mind, being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension, in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. When Great Bodhisattvas are cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to the outer mind one abides contemplating the entire mind, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about the mind, being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension; in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. When Great Bodhisattvas are cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to both the inner and outer mind one abides contemplating the entire mind, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about the mind, being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension, in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. Subhūti, this is the foundation of mindfulness of the mind of the Great Bodhisattva.
Subhūti, the foundation of mindfulness of dharmas is: when a Great Bodhisattva is cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to inner dharmas one abides contemplating all dharmas, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about dharmas, being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension, in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. When Great Bodhisattvas are cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to outer dharmas one abides contemplating all dharmas, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about dharmas, being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension; in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. When Great Bodhisattvas are cultivating the perfection of wisdom, taking non-attainment as the skillful means, although with respect to both inner and outer dharmas one abides contemplating all dharmas, one ultimately does not give rise to discursive thought about dharmas, being vigorous and energetic, fully equipped with mindfulness and clear comprehension, in order to restrain all greed and sorrow in the world. Subhūti, this is the foundation of mindfulness of dharmas of the Great Bodhisattva.
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