Teachings From Ancient Vietnamese Zen Masters – 50
19 Crossing the Ocean
All things, originally, are just like nothingness.
There is neither existence nor emptiness.
Those who know that nature will recognize that sentient beings and
Buddha are equal.
The moon of Lankavatara is quiet; the vessel of Prajnaparamita, void.
Realize the emptiness [of all things], and use this emptiness insight to
apprehend the existence. Then you know how to live in the right
contemplation, naturally at all times.
HUE SINH (? – 1063)
(COMMENT: Lankavatara and Prajnaparamita are two Mahayana
scriptures. Both are studied in most Zen monasterries. The right
contemplation mentioned above is a part of the Noble Eightfold Path.)
