Fayu
fayu (J. hōgo; K. pŏbŏ 法語).[1] Literally, "Dharma-words".[2] Translated as “dharma talk,” “religious discourse,” etc.[1] Generally refers to sermons by the Buddha or eminent teachers, teachings that accord with reality (yathābhūta), or talks on topics related to the dharma.[1][2]
In the Chan tradition, fayu refer to "anecdotal conversations or formal lectures of the patriarchs and masters of the tradition. Chan fayu are typically in colloquial prose, and often offer transcripts of Chan masters’ spontaneous utterances on, or specific responses to, real-life contingencies."[1]
Many anthologies of fayu are found in Chan literature, "including both collections of the sayings of an individual master and anthologies of the sayings of multiple teachers."[1]
Fayu can also refer to rhyming verses or terse essays containing spiritual exhortations.[1]
The Digital Dictionary of Buddhism states:
- A brief saying, usually in verse form, that is uttered by an abbot in the context of various ritual observances. The saying consists of 'words' or 'phrases' 語 that elucidate the Dharma 法 in some way.[2]
See also
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Buswell & Lopez 2014, s.v. fayu.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2
法語, Digital Dictionary of Buddhism (to sign in, see DDB sign-in)
Sources
Buswell, Robert E.; Lopez, Donald S. (2014), The Princeton Dictionary of Buddhism, Princeton University
