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Therefore, for the entry into the path, even for those with false views, the wise, endowed with patience, give the vows (conduct) by imputing the rightness of substance. ||17||
Meaning: For this reason, in order to initiate them into the path of Dharma, the wise, endowed with patience, give vows (conduct) even to those with false views by imputing the rightness of substance. ||17||
He who, understanding the non-virtuous nature of the world, is patient in observing the vows, is to be considered worthy. The distinction of inner feelings is difficult to perceive, therefore it should not be used here. ||18||
Meaning: He who, understanding the non-virtuous nature of the world, is patient in observing the vows, is to be considered worthy. The distinction of inner feelings is difficult to perceive, therefore it should not be used here. ||18||
If, due to not knowing the inner feelings, there is a destruction of both attainment and non-attainment, then by giving initiation, the path of the worthy ones will be cut off. ||19||
Meaning: If, due to not knowing the inner feelings, there is a destruction of both attainment and non-attainment, then by giving initiation, the path of the worthy ones will be cut off. ||19||
Even though one may have attained the right view, due to lack of respect for the impure, and due to lack of practice, one may not attain liberation. Because even that which is natural, becomes attainable only through practice. ||20||
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