Tang · by 智雲撰
481,194 · about 1604 min
Zhiyun was a distinguished monk of the Tiantai school during the Tang dynasty. His work, *Private Notes on the Phrases of the Lotus Sutra*, serves as a commentary and personal record on Master Zhiyi’s *Phrases of the Lotus Sutra*. It aims to elucidate the profound interpretation of the Lotus Sutra from the Tiantai perspective. This text explains in detail the terminology, principles, and contemplative methods of the scripture, integrating the Tiantai teachings of śamatha and vipaśyanā. It is an important document for studying Tiantai doctrine and practice. Not only is it a key aid for understanding Zhiyi’s thought, but it also holds a significant place in the development of Chinese Buddhist doctrinal studies, providing deep theoretical foundations for later scholars.