[In Saichō’s On Submitting the Kenkairon, (Jōkenkaironhyō) he writes]

The Lotus School was established for the benefit of the nation by the late Emperor Kanmu. Its two (yearly) ordinands are to be Mahāyāna monks of the Lotus School. Its Sudden and Perfect students do not seek the three vehicles outside the gate. Of what use would the rules on dignity for the sheep vehicle be to them? They do not desire the castle in the middle of the road. How much less would they be likely to take a round-about detour? Tomorrow when they are given riches, they will know their father and know that they are his sons. What need is there to be a stranger (in their own house)? Or to sweep up dung? On the night when (the king) extolls (his troops’) deeds, he undoes his topknot and gives them his pearl. Why should one wish for a mansion? Why should one search for a castle? I know that there is nothing in the past or present to compare with this teaching in which the late Emperor believed. It protects the nation and benefits sentient beings. How pale (Hinayāna practices) which require many kalpas (are when compared to the ultimate teaching).