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偏位

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Basic Meaning: the stage of differentiation

Senses:

  • Objects and phenomena in the stage of differentiation, where they are understood from the perspective of their worldly aspect. The opposite of 'ultimate reality beyond various phenomena'  正位. This term is a reference to the concept of 偏 in the context of the 'five stages of correct and partial realization'  正偏五位, which is one of the 'five stages of Dongshan'  洞山五位. 〔人天眼目 T 2006.48.313c18〕 . [Stefan Grace; source(s): ZGDJT]
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    [Dictionary References]

    Zengaku daijiten (Komazawa U.) 1113b

    A Glossary of Zen Terms (Inagaki) 361

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    Entry created: 2018-04-05