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信解行

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Basic Meaning: practice of faith and understanding

Senses:

  • A combination of faith and understanding; a superior understanding of the Dharma on the basis of faith in it. To believe, trust, and understand. Also the name of the fourth chapter of the Lotus Sutra, which contains the parable of the lost son (Skt. adhimukti). 〔摩訶止觀 T 1911.46.31a7 〕 [Paul Swanson]
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    Entry created: 2008-03-05