大般若波羅蜜多經

02

Furthermore, Subhuti! The characteristics of the Great Vehicle of a great bodhisattva are the Heroic Practice Samadhi, the Precious Seal Samadhi, the Lion’s Play Samadhi, the Wondrous Moon Samadhi, the Moon-Banner Mark Samadhi, the Wellspring of All Dharmas Samadhi, the Consecration Samadhi, the Definitive Dharma Realm Samadhi, the Definitive Banner-Mark Samadhi, the Vajra-Like Samadhi, the Entry into the Dharma Seal Samadhi, the King Samadhi, the Well-Abiding Samadhi, the Well-Established King of Concentration Samadhi, the Emanation of Light Samadhi, the Freedom from Forgetfulness Samadhi, the Emanation of Light Free from Forgetfulness Samadhi, the Power of Diligence Samadhi, the Power of Adornment Samadhi, the Equal Wellspring Samadhi, the Definitive Entry into All Expressions Samadhi,

the Definitive Entry into All Names Samadhi, the Contemplation of the Directions Samadhi, the Dharani Seal Samadhi, the Ocean-Seal toward Which All Dharmas Equally Converge Samadhi, the Royal Seal Samadhi, the All-Pervading Space Samadhi, the Vajra Wheel Samadhi, the Purification of the Three Wheels Samadhi, the Immeasurable Gateway Samadhi, the Unattached and Unobstructed Samadhi, the Severing of All Dharma Wheels Samadhi, the Casting Away of Precious Treasures Samadhi, the Universal Illumination Samadhi, the Unblinking Samadhi, the Abiding in the Signless Samadhi, the Non-Conceptualization Samadhi, the Subjugation of the Four Maras Samadhi, the Stainless Lamp Samadhi, the Boundless Light Samadhi, the Emission of Light Samadhi, the Universal Radiance Samadhi,

the Pure and Steadfast Samadhi, the Lion’s Heroic Advance Samadhi, the Lion’s Stretch Samadhi, the Lion’s Yawn Samadhi, the Stainless Light Samadhi, the Wondrous Bliss Samadhi, the Lightning Lamp Samadhi, the Inexhaustible Samadhi, the Most Excellent Banner-Mark Samadhi, the Truth-Mark Samadhi, the Conformity with the Clear and Right Current Samadhi, the Possession of Majestic Radiance Samadhi, the Freedom from Exhaustion Samadhi, the Immutability Samadhi, the Tranquillity Samadhi, the Flawlessness Samadhi, the Sun-Lamp Samadhi, the Pure Moon Samadhi, the Pure Eye Samadhi, the Pure Light Samadhi, the Moon-Lamp Samadhi, the Illumination Samadhi, the What Should and Should Not Be Done Samadhi, the Mark of Wisdom Samadhi, the Vajra Garland Samadhi, the Steadfast Mind Samadhi,

the Universal Clarity Samadhi, the Wondrous Establishment Samadhi, the Treasury of Jewels Samadhi, the Wondrous Dharma Seal Samadhi, the Equality-Nature of All Dharmas Samadhi, the Casting Away of Defiling Craving Samadhi, the Perfect Wellspring of Dharma Samadhi, the Entry into the Summit of Dharma Samadhi, the Precious Nature Samadhi, the Abandonment of Clamor and Contention Samadhi, the Scattering Samadhi, the Discernment of Dharma Phrases Samadhi, the Certainty Samadhi, the Stainless Practice Samadhi, the Mark of Self-Equality Samadhi, the Freedom from the Marks of Written Words Samadhi, the Severance of Objective Supports Samadhi, the Immutable Samadhi, the Unclassified Samadhi, the Entry into Names and Marks Samadhi, the Non-Doing Samadhi, the Entry into Definitive Names Samadhi,

the Signless Practice Samadhi, the Freedom from Obscuring Darkness Samadhi, the Complete Practice Samadhi, the Unmoving Samadhi, the Transcendence of Realms Samadhi, the Accumulation of All Merits Samadhi, the Abiding with No Mind Samadhi, the Definitive Abiding Samadhi, the Pure and Wondrous Flower Samadhi, the Possession of the Factors of Awakening Samadhi, the Boundless Eloquence Samadhi, the Boundless Lamp Samadhi, the Equal of the Unequalled Samadhi, the Transcendence of All Dharmas Samadhi, the Decisive Discernment of All Dharmas Samadhi, the Dispelling of Doubt Samadhi, the Non-Abiding Samadhi, the Adornment with the Single Mark Samadhi, the Eliciting of the Marks of Practice Samadhi, the Mark of Single Practice Samadhi, the Freedom from All Marks of Conditioned Activity Samadhi,

the Wondrous Practice Samadhi, the Penetration to the Depths of All Existence and Complete Detachment Samadhi, the Entry into All Conventionally Established Language Samadhi, the Firm Treasure Samadhi, the Non-Grasping and Non-Attachment to Any Dharma Samadhi, the Adornment with Blazing Lightning Samadhi, the Expulsion Samadhi, the Unsurpassed Samadhi, the Dharma Torch Samadhi, the Lamp of Wisdom Samadhi, the Progress toward the Spiritual Powers of Non-Retrogression Samadhi, the Liberation from Sounds and Written Words Samadhi, the Blazing Torch Samadhi, the Adornment and Purification of Marks Samadhi, the Signless Samadhi, the Mark of Unpolluted Forbearance Samadhi, the Possession of All Wondrous Marks Samadhi, the Possession of Dharani Samadhi,

the Taking No Delight in Any Suffering or Pleasure Samadhi, the Inexhaustible Marks of Practice Samadhi, the Subjugation of All Right and Wrong Natures Samadhi, the Severance of Hatred and Craving Samadhi, the Freedom from Opposition and Conformity Samadhi, the Stainless Clarity Samadhi, the Utterly Firm Samadhi, the Pure Light of the Full Moon Samadhi, the Great Adornment Samadhi, the Cool Lightning-Radiance Samadhi, the Illumination of All Worlds Samadhi, the Salvation of All Worlds Samadhi, the Equality-Nature of Concentration Samadhi, the Principle of Equality between the Dustless and the Dust-Laden Samadhi, the Principle of Equality between the Uncontentious and the Contentious Samadhi, the Without Lair, Without Emblem, and Without Delight Samadhi,

the Definitive Abiding in Suchness Samadhi, the Wellspring from within a Vessel Samadhi, the Burning Away of All Afflictions Samadhi, the Great Torch of Wisdom Samadhi, the Production of the Ten Powers Samadhi, the Exposition Samadhi, the Destruction of Bodily Misconduct Samadhi, the Destruction of Verbal Misconduct Samadhi, the Destruction of Mental Misconduct Samadhi, the Skillful Observation Samadhi, the Space-Like Samadhi, and the Unattached Like Space Samadhi.

Immeasurable hundreds of thousands of samadhis such as these are the characteristics of the Great Vehicle of a great bodhisattva.

At that time, the Venerable Subhuti addressed the Buddha: “Blessed One! What is called the Heroic Practice Samadhi?”

The Buddha said: “Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, one is able to experience all the domains of samadhi, perform boundlessly many excellent heroic practices, and lead all states of meditative concentration. This is therefore called the Heroic Practice Samadhi.”

“Blessed One! What is called the Precious Seal Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, one is able to penetrate all the domains of samadhi and definitively comprehend the modes of practice and deeds performed. This is therefore called the Precious Seal Samadhi.”

“Blessed One! What is called the Lion’s Play Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, one plays freely and sovereignly among all states of meditative concentration. This is therefore called the Lion’s Play Samadhi.”

“Blessed One! What is called the Wondrous Moon Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, one is like the bright full moon illuminating all concentrations. This is therefore called the Wondrous Moon Samadhi.”

“Blessed One! What is called the Moon-Banner Mark Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, one is able to retain all the marks of concentration, like the bright full moon shedding wondrous rays of light. This is therefore called the Moon-Banner Mark Samadhi.”

“Blessed One! What is called the Wellspring of All Dharmas Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, one is able to bring forth all samadhis, just as springs and great ponds send forth streams of water. This is therefore called the Wellspring of All Dharmas Samadhi.”

“Blessed One! What is called the Consecration Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, one is able to contemplate the highest point of all samadhis. This is therefore called the Consecration Samadhi.”

“Blessed One! What is called the Definitive Dharma Realm Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, one definitively illuminates and clearly comprehends the entire Dharma realm. This is therefore called the Definitive Dharma Realm Samadhi.”

“Blessed One! What is called the Definitive Banner-Mark Samadhi?”

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able decisively to maintain firmly the characteristic standards of all concentrations, this is called the Samadhi of the Decisive Standard of Characteristics.

Blessed One! What is called the Vajra-Analogy Samadhi?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able to master all concentrations without being carried away by them, this is called the Vajra-Analogy Samadhi.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Entering the Seals of the Dharma?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able to realize and enter all the seals of the Dharma completely, this is called the Samadhi of Entering the Seals of the Dharma.

Blessed One! What is called the King of Samadhis Samadhi?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one freely governs all concentrations as a king does, this is called the King of Samadhis Samadhi.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Excellent Abiding?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one skillfully preserves all virtues and prevents them from being disturbed, this is called the Samadhi of Excellent Abiding.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Skillfully Establishing the Kings of Concentration?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able skillfully to establish the kings of concentration, this is called the Samadhi of Skillfully Establishing the Kings of Concentration.

Blessed One! What is called the Light-Emitting Samadhi?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able fully to bring forth the light of all concentrations, this is called the Light-Emitting Samadhi.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi Free from Forgetfulness?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able to remember the modes of activity of the objects of all concentrations without overlooking any object, this is called the Samadhi Free from Forgetfulness.

Blessed One! What is called the Light-Emitting Samadhi Free from Forgetfulness?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one emits the light of sublime concentration, illuminating all kinds of sentient beings and causing them to recall past events, this is called the Light-Emitting Samadhi Free from Forgetfulness.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of the Power of Diligence?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able to bring forth the power of diligence belonging to all concentrations, this is called the Samadhi of the Power of Diligence.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of the Power of Adornment?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able to elicit the power of adornment belonging to all concentrations, this is called the Samadhi of the Power of Adornment.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Equal Emergence?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one causes all concentrations to manifest equally, this is called the Samadhi of Equal Emergence.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Entering All Definitive Expressions?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able to realize and enter all definitive expressions universally, this is called the Samadhi of Entering All Definitive Expressions.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Entering All Definitive Names?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able to realize and enter all definitive names universally, this is called the Samadhi of Entering All Definitive Names.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Contemplating the Directions?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able universally to contemplate and illuminate the directions toward which all concentrations proceed, this is called the Samadhi of Contemplating the Directions.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of the Seal of Complete Retention?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able fully to retain the seals of all wondrous concentrations, this is called the Samadhi of the Seal of Complete Retention.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of the Ocean-Seal Toward Which All Dharmas Equally Converge?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one causes all sublime concentrations to be gathered within it, like the seal of the great ocean receiving all rivers, this is called the Samadhi of the Ocean-Seal Toward Which All Dharmas Equally Converge.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of the Royal Seal?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one causes all undertakings to be definitively accomplished, just as, upon receiving the king’s seal, all that is desired is fulfilled, this is called the Samadhi of the Royal Seal.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi Pervading Space?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able to guard and shelter all concentrations without leaving any place uncovered, like vast space, this is called the Samadhi Pervading Space.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of the Vajra Wheel?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able fully to preserve all sublime concentrations and prevent them from disintegrating, like a vajra wheel, this is called the Samadhi of the Vajra Wheel.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of the Purity of the Three Spheres?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one does not become attached to the concentrations, the one entering concentration, or the objects of concentration, this is called the Samadhi of the Purity of the Three Spheres.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Immeasurable Light?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one emits various kinds of light surpassing all measure, this is called the Samadhi of Immeasurable Light.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi Without Attachment or Obstruction?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is neither attached to nor obstructed by any dharma, this is called the Samadhi Without Attachment or Obstruction.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Severing the Revolving Wheel of All Dharmas?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able to sever the cyclic flow of all dharmas, this is called the Samadhi of Severing the Revolving Wheel of All Dharmas.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Casting Away Precious Jewels?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one relinquishes all the characteristics of concentration, how much more so the characteristics of the afflictions, this is called the Samadhi of Casting Away Precious Jewels.

Blessed One! What is called the Universally Illuminating Samadhi?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one universally illuminates all concentrations and causes their light to appear distinctly, this is called the Universally Illuminating Samadhi.

Blessed One! What is called the Unblinking Samadhi?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one’s mind is single-mindedly fixed upon this concentration and neither grasps at nor seeks other concentrations or other dharmas, this is called the Unblinking Samadhi.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Abiding Without Characteristics?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one does not perceive in any dharma of concentration even the slightest characteristic in which one could abide, this is called the Samadhi of Abiding Without Characteristics.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi Without Thought?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one does not give rise to any states of mind or mental factors, this is called the Samadhi Without Thought.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of Subduing the Four Maras?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one is able to subdue all four kinds of hostile maras, this is called the Samadhi of Subduing the Four Maras.

Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi of the Stainless Lamp?

Subhuti! When abiding in this samadhi, if one clearly illuminates all concentrations as though holding a pure lamp, this is called the Samadhi of the Stainless Lamp.

“Blessed One! What is called the Boundless Light Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one is able to emit a great light that illuminates boundlessly, it is called the Boundless Light Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Emanating Light Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one illuminates the various concentrations, causing them to continue without interruption and bringing forth all kinds of sublime light, it is called the Emanating Light Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Universal Illumination Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one is able to illuminate universally all the gateways of concentration, it is called the Universal Illumination Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Pure and Steadfast Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one realizes the pure and equal nature of all concentrations, it is called the Pure and Steadfast Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Lion’s Vigorous Advance Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one freely casts off all defilements and advances courageously like the lion king, it is called the Lion’s Vigorous Advance Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Lion’s Stretch Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one brings forth sublime supernormal powers, acts with sovereign fearlessness, and subdues all the savage and evil armies of Mara, it is called the Lion’s Stretch Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Lion’s Yawn Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one brings forth skillful eloquence, remains fearless before great assemblies, and refutes and vanquishes all erroneous doctrines of non-Buddhist paths, it is called the Lion’s Yawn Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Stainless Light Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one is able to eliminate all the defilements of concentration and also universally illuminate all sublime concentrations, it is called the Stainless Light Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Wondrous Bliss Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one experiences the wondrous bliss of all concentrations, it is called the Wondrous Bliss Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Lightning Lamp Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one illuminates all concentrations like a flash of lightning, it is called the Lightning Lamp Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Inexhaustible Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one brings forth the inexhaustible merits of all concentrations without perceiving in them any characteristic of exhaustion or inexhaustibility, it is called the Inexhaustible Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Mark of the Supreme Banner Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one rises above the characteristics of all concentrations like a supreme banner, it is called the Mark of the Supreme Banner Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Sovereign Mark Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one realizes sovereign mastery with regard to all concentrations, it is called the Sovereign Mark Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Conforming to the Clear and Right Current Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one completely accords with the clear and right current of concentration and perception, it is called the Conforming to the Clear and Right Current Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Samadhi Endowed with Majestic Light?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one’s majestic light alone completely pervades all concentrations, it is called the Samadhi Endowed with Majestic Light.

“Blessed One! What is called the Freedom from Exhaustion Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one sees that all concentrations are inexhaustible, yet does not perceive any characteristic in even the slightest dharma as being exhaustible or inexhaustible, it is called the Freedom from Exhaustion Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Immovable and Unturning Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one causes all concentrations to be unmoving, unattached, irreversible, and free from conceptual proliferation, it is called the Immovable and Unturning Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Quiescent Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one sees all concentrations as quiescent, it is called the Quiescent Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Flawless Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one causes contemplation and illumination within all concentrations to be without gaps, it is called the Flawless Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Sun Lamp Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one emits light that universally illuminates all gateways of concentration, it is called the Sun Lamp Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Pure Moon Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one dispels the darkness within all concentrations like the moon, it is called the Pure Moon Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Pure Eye Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one is able to cause all five kinds of eyes to become pure, it is called the Pure Eye Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Pure Light Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one attains the four unobstructed knowledges with regard to all concentrations and also enables those concentrations to arise, it is called the Pure Light Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Moon Lamp Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one eradicates the dark ignorance of sentient beings as the moon sheds its light, it is called the Moon Lamp Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Emanating Brilliance Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one causes all gateways of concentration to emit light that universally illuminates, it is called the Emanating Brilliance Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the What Should and Should Not Be Done Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one knows which of all concentrations should be practiced and which should not be practiced, and also causes the concentrations to be accomplished accordingly, it is called the What Should and Should Not Be Done Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Characteristics-Knowing Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one sees all the characteristics possessed by the various concentrations, it is called the Characteristics-Knowing Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Vajra Garland Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one comprehensively penetrates all concentrations and dharmas, yet has no perception whatsoever concerning concentration or dharmas, it is called the Vajra Garland Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Abiding Mind Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if the mind neither moves nor turns, neither illuminates nor is deficient, and one does not conceive that there is a mind, it is called the Abiding Mind Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Universal Brilliance Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one is able to illuminate universally with the light of all concentrations, it is called the Universal Brilliance Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Wondrous Establishment Samadhi?”

“Subhuti! When one abides in this samadhi, if one is able to establish all concentrations wondrously, it is called the Wondrous Establishment Samadhi.

“Blessed One! What is called the Treasury of Jewels Samadhi?”

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one sees all concentrations as being like a mass of jewels, this is called the Treasury of Jewels Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Seal of the Wondrous Dharma Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one seals all concentrations, sealing them with the seal of non-sealing, this is called the Seal of the Wondrous Dharma Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Equality of the Nature of All Dharmas Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one sees no dharma apart from the nature of equality, this is called the Equality of the Nature of All Dharmas Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Renunciation of Defiling Attachment Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one relinquishes defiling attachment with respect to all dharmas of meditative concentration, this is called the Renunciation of Defiling Attachment Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Perfect Fulfillment of the Wellspring of Dharmas Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one causes all Buddha-dharmas to manifest in perfect fullness, this is called the Perfect Fulfillment of the Wellspring of Dharmas Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Entry into the Summit of Dharma Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one is able to eradicate forever all darkness concerning dharmas and also surpasses all concentrations, standing foremost among them, this is called the Entry into the Summit of Dharma Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Jewel Nature Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one is able to bring forth boundless treasures of great merit, this is called the Jewel Nature Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Renunciation of Clamor and Contention Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one relinquishes all forms of worldly clamor and contention, this is called the Renunciation of Clamor and Contention Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Dispersion Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one disperses all attachment to dharmas concerning concentration, this is called the Dispersion Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Discernment of Dharma Phrases Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one is able skillfully to discern the Dharma phrases of all concentrations, this is called the Discernment of Dharma Phrases Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Certainty Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one attains certainty regarding the dharmas of concentration, this is called the Certainty Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Stainless Conduct Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one is able to bring forth boundless, pure, and sublime conduct, this is called the Stainless Conduct Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Characteristic of the Equality of Words Samadhi? Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one realizes the characteristic of equality in all the names of concentrations, this is called the Characteristic of the Equality of Words Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Freedom from the Characteristics of Written Words Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one does not apprehend even a single word with respect to all concentrations, this is called the Freedom from the Characteristics of Written Words Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Severance of Objects of Cognition Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one brings to an end all objective characteristics that are the objects of cognition of the concentrations, this is called the Severance of Objects of Cognition Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Immutable Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one sees no characteristic of alteration in any dharma, this is called the Immutable Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Samadhi Without Categories?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one sees no characteristics distinguishing the various categories of dharmas, this is called the Samadhi Without Categories.

World-Honored One! What is called the Entry into Names and Characteristics Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one realizes and enters the ultimate reality of the names and characteristics of all dharmas, this is called the Entry into Names and Characteristics Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Samadhi of Nothing to Be Done?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, all activities come to rest, this is called the Samadhi of Nothing to Be Done.

World-Honored One! What is called the Entry into Definitive Names Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one realizes and enters the truth that the definitive names of all dharmas have no real existence and are merely provisionally designated, this is called the Entry into Definitive Names Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Signless Practice Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one apprehends nothing whatsoever with respect to the characteristics of all concentrations, this is called the Signless Practice Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Freedom from Obscuration and Darkness Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, all obscurations concerning the concentrations are completely removed, this is called the Freedom from Obscuration and Darkness Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Complete Practice Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, amid the practice of concentration one sees, yet does not see, this is called the Complete Practice Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Unchanging and Unmoving Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one sees no change or movement in any concentration, this is called the Unchanging and Unmoving Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Transcendence of the Realm Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one transcends the realms that are the objects of cognition of all concentrations, this is called the Transcendence of the Realm Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Accumulation of All Merit Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one is able to gather the merit acquired through all concentrations, yet entertains no notion of accumulation with respect to any dharma, this is called the Accumulation of All Merit Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Abiding Without Mind Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, the mind neither turns nor falls away with respect to all concentrations, this is called the Abiding Without Mind Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Abiding in Certainty Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, the mind abides resolutely in all concentrations, yet clearly knows that their characteristics cannot be apprehended, this is called the Abiding in Certainty Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Pure and Wondrous Flower Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one causes all concentrations to become pure, radiant, and adorned like precious flowers, this is called the Pure and Wondrous Flower Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Samadhi Endowed with the Factors of Awakening?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one causes all concentrations swiftly to become perfected with respect to the seven factors of awakening, this is called the Samadhi Endowed with the Factors of Awakening.

World-Honored One! What is called the Boundless Eloquence Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one attains boundless eloquence concerning all dharmas, this is called the Boundless Eloquence Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Boundless Lamp Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one is able clearly to illuminate all dharmas, like a shining lamp, this is called the Boundless Lamp Samadhi.

World-Honored One! What is called the Peerless Among the Peerless Samadhi?

Subhuti! If, while abiding in this samadhi, one causes all concentrations to attain the highest state, this is called the Peerless Among the Peerless Samadhi.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi that Transcends All Dharmas?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and is able to transcend all dharmas of the three realms, this is called the Samadhi that Transcends All Dharmas.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi that Discerns All Dharmas?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi, perceives the supreme concentrations and all dharmas, and clearly distinguishes them for sentient beings, this is called the Samadhi that Discerns All Dharmas.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi that Dispels Doubts?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and is able to dispel the many doubts concerning the concentrations and all dharmas, this is called the Samadhi that Dispels Doubts.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of Non-Abiding?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and does not perceive any abiding place for dharmas, this is called the Samadhi of Non-Abiding.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi Adorned with the Single Characteristic?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and does not perceive dharmas as possessing dual characteristics, this is called the Samadhi Adorned with the Single Characteristic.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi that Elicits Modes of Activity?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi, although one is able to elicit various modes of activity in the concentrations and all dharmas, one ultimately does not perceive anything capable of eliciting them. This is called the Samadhi that Elicits Modes of Activity.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of a Single Mode of Activity?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and perceives that the concentrations have no dual modes of activity, this is called the Samadhi of a Single Mode of Activity.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi Free from All Modes of Activity?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and perceives that the concentrations are entirely devoid of modes of activity, this is called the Samadhi Free from All Modes of Activity.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of Wondrous Conduct?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and causes the concentrations to give rise to various supreme and wondrous practices without attachment, this is called the Samadhi of Wondrous Conduct.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi that Penetrates the Basis of All Existence and Brings about Detachment?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and attains penetrating wisdom concerning the concentrations and all dharmas, then, having attained this wisdom, penetrates and becomes detached from all conditioned dharmas, this is called the Samadhi that Penetrates the Basis of All Existence and Brings about Detachment.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi that Enters All Conventionally Established Language?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi, enters and realizes all dharmas and samadhis, and expounds them by means of words without relying upon them, this is called the Samadhi that Enters All Conventionally Established Language.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of the Indestructible Treasure?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and is able to elicit boundless treasures of supreme and wondrous merit that neither regress nor perish, this is called the Samadhi of the Indestructible Treasure.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of Neither Grasping nor Clinging to Any Dharma?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and neither grasps nor clings to any dharma, because all dharmas are free from intrinsic nature and characteristics, this is called the Samadhi of Neither Grasping nor Clinging to Any Dharma.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi Adorned with Lightning-like Flames?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi, emits various lights that illuminate every dark place and is further adorned with immeasurable merit, this is called the Samadhi Adorned with Lightning-like Flames.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of Elimination?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and eliminates boundless afflictions and habitual tendencies, this is called the Samadhi of Elimination.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of the Dharma Torch?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and clearly illuminates the individual and common characteristics of all dharmas, this is called the Samadhi of the Dharma Torch.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of the Lamp of Wisdom?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and clearly illuminates the truth that all dharmas are empty and without self, this is called the Samadhi of the Lamp of Wisdom.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi that Proceeds toward Irreversible Supernormal Powers?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and is able to elicit immeasurable, supremely excellent, invincible, and irreversible supernormal powers, this is called the Samadhi that Proceeds toward Irreversible Supernormal Powers.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi Liberated from Sounds and Written Characters?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and perceives the concentrations as liberated from and quiescent of all characteristics of sounds and written characters, this is called the Samadhi Liberated from Sounds and Written Characters.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of the Blazing Torch?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi, its awe-inspiring power alone is exceedingly great among all the concentrations, clearly illuminating them like a blazing torch. This is called the Samadhi of the Blazing Torch.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of Adorned and Purified Characteristics?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and causes the characteristics of the concentrations to become adorned and purified, this is called the Samadhi of Adorned and Purified Characteristics.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of Signlessness?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and does not perceive the characteristics of the concentrations, this is called the Samadhi of Signlessness.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi Characterized by Undefiled Acquiescence?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and attains undefiled acquiescence regarding all dharmas, this is called the Samadhi Characterized by Undefiled Acquiescence.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi Endowed with All Wondrous Characteristics?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and all the wondrous characteristics of the concentrations are complete, this is called the Samadhi Endowed with All Wondrous Characteristics.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi Endowed with Complete Retention?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and is able to preserve all the supreme qualities of the concentrations, this is called the Samadhi Endowed with Complete Retention.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi that Delights in Neither Suffering nor Pleasure?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and does not delight in contemplating the characteristics of suffering and pleasure in the concentrations, this is called the Samadhi that Delights in Neither Suffering nor Pleasure.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi of Inexhaustible Modes of Activity?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and does not perceive any end to the modes of activity of the concentrations, this is called the Samadhi of Inexhaustible Modes of Activity.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi that Subdues All Right and Wrong Predispositions?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and, regarding the right and wrong predispositions associated with the concentrations, subdues all views and prevents them from arising, this is called the Samadhi that Subdues All Right and Wrong Predispositions.

“Blessed One, what is called the Samadhi that Severs Hatred and Craving?”

“Subhuti, when one abides in this samadhi and does not perceive characteristics of aversion or attraction in the dharmas of concentration, this is called the Samadhi that Severs Hatred and Craving.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Freedom from Conformity and Opposition?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one does not perceive in the various meditative concentrations any characteristic of conformity or opposition, this is called the Samadhi of Freedom from Conformity and Opposition.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Stainless Illumination?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one perceives none of the various concentrations as either clear or obscure, this is called the Samadhi of Stainless Illumination.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Utmost Firmness?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one causes all concentrations to become firm and stable, this is called the Samadhi of Utmost Firmness.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of the Full Moon’s Pure Radiance?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one causes the virtues of all concentrations to become complete, like the bright and full moon causing the waters of all the oceans to rise, this is called the Samadhi of the Full Moon’s Pure Radiance.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Great Adornment?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one causes all concentrations to accomplish great, rare, and wondrous adornments, this is called the Samadhi of Great Adornment.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Cool Lightning Radiance?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one emits cool, refreshing light that illuminates all kinds of sentient beings and causes all darkness, poison, harm, and burning affliction to cease, this is called the Samadhi of Cool Lightning Radiance.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi Capable of Illuminating All Worlds?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one illuminates all concentrations and all dharmas, enabling all kinds of sentient beings to understand them clearly, this is called the Samadhi Capable of Illuminating All Worlds.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi Capable of Saving All Worlds?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one is able to save beings from the manifold sorrows and sufferings of the world, this is called the Samadhi Capable of Saving All Worlds.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of the Equality of Concentration?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one perceives no distinction between concentration and distraction in the various concentrations, this is called the Samadhi of the Equality of Concentration.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of the Principle of Equality between the Dustless and the Dust-Laden?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one fully realizes the equality of the dust-laden and the dustless in all concentrations and all dharmas, this is called the Samadhi of the Principle of Equality between the Dustless and the Dust-Laden.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of the Principle of Equality between Noncontention and Contention?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one perceives no distinction between the nature and characteristics of contention and noncontention in all dharmas and all concentrations, this is called the Samadhi of the Principle of Equality between Noncontention and Contention.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of No Lair, No Banner, and No Delight in Craving?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one destroys all lairs, casts down all banners, and cuts off all delight in craving without attachment, this is called the Samadhi of No Lair, No Banner, and No Delight in Craving.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Definitively Abiding in Suchness?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one never abandons the true characteristic of suchness with respect to all concentrations and all dharmas, this is called the Samadhi of Definitively Abiding in Suchness.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Well-Forthing from a Vessel?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one causes virtues to arise from all concentrations, just as food appears in a bowl through the power of heavenly merit, this is called the Samadhi of Well-Forthing from a Vessel.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Burning Away All Afflictions?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one burns away all afflictions without leaving even the slightest remainder, this is called the Samadhi of Burning Away All Afflictions.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of the Great Torch of Wisdom?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one emits the light of wisdom that penetrates and illuminates everything, this is called the Samadhi of the Great Torch of Wisdom.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi That Gives Rise to the Ten Powers?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one causes the Buddha’s ten powers swiftly to reach perfection, this is called the Samadhi That Gives Rise to the Ten Powers.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Exposition?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one constantly expounds the essentials of the Dharma for sentient beings, enabling them swiftly to attain liberation from the great suffering of birth and death, this is called the Samadhi of Exposition.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Destroying Evil Bodily Conduct?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, although one perceives no body, one nevertheless puts an end to evil bodily conduct; this is called the Samadhi of Destroying Evil Bodily Conduct.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Destroying Evil Verbal Conduct?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, although one perceives no sound, one nevertheless puts an end to evil verbal conduct; this is called the Samadhi of Destroying Evil Verbal Conduct.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Destroying Evil Mental Conduct?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, although one perceives no mind, one nevertheless puts an end to evil mental conduct; this is called the Samadhi of Destroying Evil Mental Conduct.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Skillful Observation?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one is able skillfully to observe sentient beings, clearly understand their faculties and dispositions, and thereby liberate them, this is called the Samadhi of Skillful Observation.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi Like Empty Space?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one is able universally to benefit all sentient beings while maintaining a mind as impartial as vast empty space, this is called the Samadhi Like Empty Space.”

“World-Honored One, what is called the Samadhi of Nonattachment Like Empty Space?”

“Subhuti, when abiding in this samadhi, if one contemplates all dharmas as having no possession whatsoever, like empty space, without defilement or attachment, this is called the Samadhi of Nonattachment Like Empty Space.”

“Subhuti, there are immeasurable hundreds of thousands of samadhis such as these. You should know that they are characteristics of the Mahayana of great bodhisattvas.

“Furthermore, Subhuti, the characteristics of the Mahayana of great bodhisattvas include the four foundations of mindfulness. What are the four? They are the foundation of mindfulness of the body, the foundation of mindfulness of feelings, the foundation of mindfulness of mind, and the foundation of mindfulness of dharmas.

“Subhuti, the foundation of mindfulness of the body is this: When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking nonattainment as their skillful means, although they abide contemplating the body throughout the internal body, they ultimately give rise to no conceptual investigation concerning the body. They exert themselves vigorously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief.

When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking nonattainment as their skillful means, although they abide contemplating the body throughout the external body, they ultimately give rise to no conceptual investigation concerning the body. They exert themselves vigorously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief. When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking nonattainment as their skillful means, although they abide contemplating the body throughout the internal and external body, they ultimately give rise to no conceptual investigation concerning the body.

They exert themselves vigorously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief. Subhuti, this is the great bodhisattvas’ foundation of mindfulness of the body.”

Subhuti! The establishment of mindfulness of feelings is as follows: When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking non-apprehension as the skillful means, although they dwell contemplating feelings throughout with regard to internal feelings, they ultimately give rise to no discursive thought concerning feelings. They exert themselves courageously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief.

When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking non-apprehension as the skillful means, although they dwell contemplating feelings throughout with regard to external feelings, they ultimately give rise to no discursive thought concerning feelings. They exert themselves courageously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief. When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking non-apprehension as the skillful means, although they dwell contemplating feelings throughout with regard to internal and external feelings, they ultimately give rise to no discursive thought concerning feelings.

They exert themselves courageously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief. Subhuti! This is the great bodhisattva’s establishment of mindfulness of feelings.

Subhuti! The establishment of mindfulness of mind is as follows: When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking non-apprehension as the skillful means, although they dwell contemplating mind throughout with regard to the internal mind, they ultimately give rise to no discursive thought concerning mind. They exert themselves courageously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief.

When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking non-apprehension as the skillful means, although they dwell contemplating mind throughout with regard to the external mind, they ultimately give rise to no discursive thought concerning mind. They exert themselves courageously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief. When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking non-apprehension as the skillful means, although they dwell contemplating mind throughout with regard to the internal and external mind, they ultimately give rise to no discursive thought concerning mind.

They exert themselves courageously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief. Subhuti! This is the great bodhisattva’s establishment of mindfulness of mind.

Subhuti! The establishment of mindfulness of dharmas is as follows: When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking non-apprehension as the skillful means, although they dwell contemplating dharmas throughout with regard to internal dharmas, they ultimately give rise to no discursive thought concerning dharmas. They exert themselves courageously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief.

When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking non-apprehension as the skillful means, although they dwell contemplating dharmas throughout with regard to external dharmas, they ultimately give rise to no discursive thought concerning dharmas. They exert themselves courageously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief. When great bodhisattvas practice prajnaparamita, taking non-apprehension as the skillful means, although they dwell contemplating dharmas throughout with regard to internal and external dharmas, they ultimately give rise to no discursive thought concerning dharmas.

They exert themselves courageously and are fully endowed with mindfulness and clear comprehension, wishing to subdue worldly covetousness and grief. Subhuti! This is the great bodhisattva’s establishment of mindfulness of dharmas.

Fascicle 52

End