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Yuanwu (1063-1135)

Yantou said, “Abandoning things is superior, pursuing things is inferior.” If your own state is empty and tranquil, perfectly illuminated and silently shining, then you will be able to confront whatever circumstances impinge on you with the indestructible sword of wisdom and cut everything off—everything from the myriad entangling objects to the verbal teachings of the past and present. Then your awesome, chilling spirit cuts everything off, and everything retreats of itself without having to be pushed away. Isn’t this what it means to be well endowed and have plenty to spare? read more