SUBHUTI'S
REQUEST, TWO
At that time the Elder Subhuti arose from his seat in the great assembly,
uncovered his right shoulder, placed his right knee on the ground, joined
his palms together respectfully and addressed the Buddha, "How rare, World
Honored One, is the Thus Come One who protects and cares well for all
Bodhisattvas and well favors all Bodhisattvas. World Honored One, if a
good man or good woman resolves his mind on Anuttarasamyaksambodhi, on
what should he rely? How should he subdue his mind?" The Buddha said,
"Very good, very good Subhuti. It is as you say. The Thus Come One protects
and cares well for all Bodhisattvas and well favors all Bodhisattvas.
Now listen attentively; I shall tell you. A good man or good woman who
resolves his mind on Anuttarasamyaksambodhi should thus rely and thus
subdue his mind." "Yes indeed, World Honored One. I am delighted and wish
to listen."
