If this wasn’t the case, and this dharma was taught for the sake of argumentation, one would definitely develop aversion for the faulty positions of any opponents, end up cherishing the rational approach of one’s own side, and there wouldn’t be any reversal of conceptual ideas. How so? As,
To be too fond of one’s own view, and hostile to
The views of others, this is still conceptual.
Failing to reverse conceptual ideas results in bondage, not liberation. But when this dharma isn’t used for the sake of dispute:
But when desire and aversion are dispelled,
Analysis will bring one swift deliverance. (6.119)
As stated:
Great beings are not partial,
Do not engage in arguments.
How can there be opposing views
For those who are impartial?1
Similarly,
Attached to your own position,
And disliking the position of others,
You will not reach transcendence.
Dualism does not bring peace.2
And from a sutra:
If attachment develops when learning the Dharma
And dislike stirs when hearing non-Dharma,
Pride and conceit become one’s downfall –
Pride is a catalyst that furthers suffering.3
Title
Chapter 1: Pramuditā
