To refer to different levels of spiritual practice or enlightenment, originally from a Buddhist parable where a rabbit, horse, and elephant cross a river at varying depths, symbolizing different capacities for understanding the Dharma or achieving spiritual insight. Later, it generally refers to profound cultivation or different degrees of attainment in any field.
他将一生的精力都投入到对学问的探索中，深知其中有三兽渡河之艰，但依然乐此不疲
He dedicated his life's energy to the exploration of knowledge, deeply aware of the varying depths of understanding required, yet he remained tireless and joyful in his pursuit.
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