A monk asked Chao-chou, "I have just entered the monastery: please give me some guidance."

Chao-chou said, "Have you eaten your rice gruel?" The monk said,"Yes, I've eaten." Chao-chou said, "Then go wash your bowl."

The purpose of a fishtrap is to catch fish, and when the fish are caught, the trap is forgotten.

The purpose of a rabbit snare is to catch rabbits. When the rabbits are caught, the snare is forgotten.

The purpose of words is to convey ideas. When the ideas are grasped, the words are forgotten.

Where can I find a man who has forgotten words? He is the one I would like to talk to.