Zen master Huangbo asked his teacher, Baizhang, “How can we explain the teaching that has been handed down?” Baizhang remained seated in silence. Huangbo said, “If so, what will people in the future receive?”
Baizhang said, “They will say that you are a true person.” He then returned to the abbot’s room.
Student: “Why did Baizhang remain seated in silence?”
Master: “He demonstrated how to explain in person.”
Commentary:
The teaching is explaining itself every moment.
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