Song · by 聞達解
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The Sentence Commentary on the Lotus Sutra, also known as the Wenda Commentary on the Lotus Sutra, was composed by the Southern Song dynasty monk Wenda. This work emerged during the flourishing context of Buddhist doctrinal studies in the Song period and constitutes a line-by-line commentary on the *Sutra of the Lotus Flower of the Wonderful Dharma*. In terms of content, Master Wenda, following the essential framework of the Tiantai school, provides a systematic elucidation of the sutra's phrases, terminology, and profound principles, aiming to clarify its literal meaning and illuminate the thought of the One Vehicle perfect teaching. This commentary is a significant text within the Tiantai exegetical tradition. With its concise and authoritative style, it has offered crucial guidance for scholars throughout history in studying the Lotus Sutra and holds an important position in the history of Buddhist commentaries.