“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of feelings?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of feelings because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of perceptions,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of perceptions?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of perceptions because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of formative predispositions,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of formative predispositions?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of formative predispositions because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of consciousness,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of consciousness?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of consciousness because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the eyes,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the eyes?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the eyes because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the ears,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the ears?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the ears because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the nose,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the nose?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the nose because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the tongue,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the tongue?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the tongue because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the body,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the body?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the body because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the mental faculty,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the mental faculty?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the mental faculty because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of sights,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of sights?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of sights because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of sounds,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of sounds?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of sounds because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of odors,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of odors?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of odors because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of tastes,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of tastes?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of tastes because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of tangibles,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of tangibles?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of tangibles because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of mental phenomena,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of mental phenomena?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of mental phenomena because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of visual consciousness,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of visual consciousness?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of visual consciousness because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of auditory consciousness,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of auditory consciousness?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of auditory consciousness because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of olfactory consciousness,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of olfactory consciousness?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of olfactory consciousness because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of gustatory consciousness,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of gustatory consciousness?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of gustatory consciousness because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of tactile consciousness,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of tactile consciousness?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of tactile consciousness because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of mental consciousness,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of mental consciousness?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of mental consciousness because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of visually compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of visually compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of visually compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of aurally compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of aurally compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of aurally compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of nasally compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of nasally compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of nasally compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of lingually compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of lingually compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of lingually compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of corporeally compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of corporeally compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of corporeally compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of mentally compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of mentally compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of mentally compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by visually compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of feelings conditioned by visually compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by visually compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by aurally compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of feelings conditioned by aurally compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by aurally compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by nasally compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of feelings conditioned by nasally compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by nasally compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by lingually compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of feelings conditioned by lingually compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by lingually compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by corporeally compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of feelings conditioned by corporeally compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by corporeally compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by mentally compounded sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of feelings conditioned by mentally compounded sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of feelings conditioned by mentally compounded sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the earth element,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the earth element?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the earth element because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the water element,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the water element?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the water element because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the fire element,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the fire element?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the fire element because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the wind element,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the wind element?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the wind element because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the space element,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the space element?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the space element because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the consciousness element,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the consciousness element?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the consciousness element because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of ignorance,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of ignorance?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of ignorance because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of formative predispositions,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of formative predispositions?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of formative predispositions because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of consciousness,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of consciousness?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of consciousness because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of name and form,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of name and form?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of name and form because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the six sense fields,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the six sense fields?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the six sense fields because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of sensory contact,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of sensory contact?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of sensory contact because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of sensation,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of sensation?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of sensation because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of craving,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of craving?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of craving because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of grasping,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of grasping?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of grasping because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the rebirth process,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the rebirth process?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the rebirth process because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of birth,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of birth?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of birth because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of aging and death,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of aging and death?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of aging and death because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the perfection of generosity,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the perfection of generosity?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the perfection of generosity because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the perfection of ethical discipline,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the perfection of ethical discipline?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the perfection of ethical discipline because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the perfection of tolerance,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the perfection of tolerance?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the perfection of tolerance because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the perfection of perseverance,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the perfection of perseverance?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the perfection of perseverance because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the perfection of meditative concentration,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the perfection of meditative concentration?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the perfection of meditative concentration because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the perfection of wisdom,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the perfection of wisdom?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the perfection of wisdom because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of internal phenomena,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of internal phenomena?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of internal phenomena because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of external phenomena,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of external phenomena?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of external phenomena because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of external and internal phenomena,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of external and internal phenomena?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of external and internal phenomena because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of emptiness,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of emptiness?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of emptiness because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of great extent,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of great extent?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of great extent because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of ultimate reality,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of ultimate reality?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of ultimate reality because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of conditioned phenomena,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of conditioned phenomena?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of conditioned phenomena because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of unconditioned phenomena,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of unconditioned phenomena?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of unconditioned phenomena because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of the unlimited,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of the unlimited?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of the unlimited because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of that which has neither beginning nor end,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of that which has neither beginning nor end?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of that which has neither beginning nor end because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of nonexclusion,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of nonexclusion?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of nonexclusion because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of inherent nature,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of inherent nature?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of inherent nature because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of all phenomena,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of all phenomena?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of all phenomena because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of that which cannot be apprehended,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of that which cannot be apprehended?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of that which cannot be apprehended because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of nonentities,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of nonentities?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of nonentities because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of essential nature,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of essential nature?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of essential nature because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of an essential nature of nonentities,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness of an essential nature of nonentities?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness of an essential nature of nonentities because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the applications of mindfulness,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the applications of mindfulness?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the applications of mindfulness because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the correct exertions,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the correct exertions?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the correct exertions because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the supports for miraculous ability,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the supports for miraculous ability?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the supports for miraculous ability because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the faculties,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the faculties?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the faculties because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the powers,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the powers?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the powers because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the branches of enlightenment,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the branches of enlightenment?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the branches of enlightenment because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the noble eightfold path,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the noble eightfold path?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the noble eightfold path because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the truths of the noble ones,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the truths of the noble ones?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the truths of the noble ones because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the meditative concentrations,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the meditative concentrations?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the meditative concentrations because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the immeasurable attitudes,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the immeasurable attitudes?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the immeasurable attitudes because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the formless absorptions,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the formless absorptions?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the formless absorptions because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the eight liberations,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the eight liberations?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the eight liberations because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the nine serial steps of meditative absorption,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the nine serial steps of meditative absorption?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the nine serial steps of meditative absorption because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the emptiness, signlessness, and wishlessness gateways to liberation,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the emptiness, signlessness, and wishlessness gateways to liberation?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the emptiness, signlessness, and wishlessness gateways to liberation because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the extrasensory powers,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the extrasensory powers?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the extrasensory powers because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the meditative stabilities,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.
“Blessed Lord, why is purity not cognizant of the meditative stabilities?” asked Śāradvatīputra.
“Śāradvatīputra,” replied the Blessed One, “purity is not cognizant of the meditative stabilities because of the emptiness of intrinsic defining characteristics.”
“Blessed Lord, purity is not cognizant of the dhāraṇī gateways,” said Śāradvatīputra.
“Because of absolute purity, Śāradvatīputra,” said the Blessed One.