Ming · by 鍾惺撰
150,936 · about 503 min
The *Lengyan Jing Rushi Shuo* is a commentary and exposition on the *Śūraṅgama Sūtra* written by the Ming dynasty literary figure Zhong Xing. Composed against the backdrop of late Ming Buddhist revival and the synthesis of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism, Zhong Xing employs a literary perspective infused with Chan (Zen) thought to provide a clear and profound explanation of the sūtra's principles. The work primarily focuses on core teachings such as the *Śūraṅgama Samādhi*, the innate purity of mind-nature, and the stages of practice, emphasizing the sudden and perfect Chan contemplation and the wisdom of prajñā. Regarded as one of the significant exegetical works of the Ming period in Buddhist history, this commentary combines literary elegance with philosophical depth. It serves as an important reference for the study of the *Śūraṅgama Sūtra* and late Ming Buddhist thought, holding a prominent position within the exegetical tradition of Chinese Buddhism.