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In the Daoist system Buddhaic dhyāna is translated as the stability of “cosmic peace.”

The adept has left all worldly involvements and deliberations behind and, as the Zuowang lun says, has reached “the first foothold of Dao.” The state of mind he finds himself in is characterized by a twofold structure, perfect serenity on the inside and a “heavenly light” radiating on the outside. This pair is also described as tranquility and wisdom in accordance with Zhuangzi terminology or as concentration and insight following Buddhist usage. (ibid, pg. 98) read more