According to the Sutras, Buddha once said, “I transmit the true Dharma that I have, to my student, Mahakasyapa.” before the congregation one day. Regarding this, a monk asked Master Heung-hwa, “What did Buddha transmit to Mahakasyapa then?” The master answered, “One person transmitted falsely, and ten thousand people transmitted truly.”
Student: “Who transmitted falsely?”
Master: “He is still here.”
Student: “Who transmitted truly?”
Master: “They are not here anymore.”
Commentary:
The one who can see him who is still here was at the scene above.
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