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Recorded Sayings of Chan Master Wan Shan Hui Zhou Hao of Luanzhou
This is the transmitted recorded sayings of the eminent Chan Master Hao of the Qing dynasty, compiled and recorded by his disciples Xing Zhen, Ji Bao, and others, and printed according to the original manuscript. The book was completed during the developmental period of Qing dynasty Chan Buddhism, reflecting the practice style and philosophical characteristics of northern Chan communities at that time. Its contents primarily include Master Hao's teachings, Dharma discourses, pointed dialogues, and guidance on spiritual practice, emphasizing the realization of one's true nature and the sudden enlightenment approach. It embodies the direct pointing to the human mind characteristic of the Linji school. As an important Chan text of the Qing dynasty, this recorded sayings serves not only as crucial material for studying Master Hao's thought and Qing dynasty Chan learning but also provides a practical guide for later practitioners on meditation and awakening. It holds a pivotal position within the system of recorded sayings in Chinese Buddhism, connecting past traditions with future developments.