Recorded Sayings of Chan Master Dulan of Tiantai Tongxuan Temple (天台通玄寺獨朗禪師語錄)

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Qing · by 行曰說　超心．超香等編

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The Recorded Sayings of Chan Master Dulang of Tiantai Tongxuan Temple is a collection of the words and deeds of the Qing Dynasty Tiantai School master, Chan Master Dulang, compiled by his disciples Chaoxin, Chaoxiang, and others. This record emerged against the backdrop of the revival of Buddhism during the Ming and Qing dynasties, inheriting the core teachings of the Tiantai School, such as the "Threefold Contemplation in One Mind" and the "Perfect Harmony of the Three Truths." It systematically expounds on the practical methods of cultivating both stillness (śamatha) and insight (vipaśyanā), as well as the integration of Chan and Pure Land practices. The content includes the master's Dharma talks, sharp exchanges of dialogue, and guidance on cultivation, showcasing his skillful and timely Chan style and his steadfast adherence to traditional teachings and contemplations. As an important Tiantai School text from the Qing Dynasty, this record is not only a key scripture for studying the evolution of modern Tiantai thought but also provides practitioners with clear and practical guidance. It holds an authoritative position in the Tiantai lineage, bridging the past and the future.