Recorded Sayings of Chan Master Yuanjieying (元潔瑩禪師語錄)

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Qing · by 淨瑩說　智祥編（依駒本印）

65,170 · about 217 min

Recorded Sayings of Chan Master Yuanjie Ying This text is the recorded transmission of Dharma by Chan Master Yuanjie Ying of the Qing Dynasty, compiled by his disciple Zhixiang and published according to the Juben edition. Compiled during the revival of Buddhism in the Qing Dynasty, this record reflects the lineage and development of the Caodong or Linji schools of Chan at that time. Its contents primarily include the master's formal hall discourses, sharp exchanges, instructional dialogues, and gāthās, vividly embodying his Chan teachings and practical guidance, emphasizing the essence of Chan: illuminating the mind and realizing one's true nature, directly pointing to the human heart. In Buddhist history, as an important Chan document of the Qing Dynasty, this record holds significant value for researching the evolution of Chan style and the transmission of thought during this period, serving as a vital reference for practitioners investigating Chan principles.