The Heart Sutra is a key text in Mahayana Buddhism, known for its concise teachings on the nature of reality and emptiness. It emphasizes the concept of śūnyatā, or emptiness, which suggests that all phenomena are interdependent and lack inherent existence. The sutra is often recited in Buddhist practices and is revered for its profound insights.
The text features a dialogue between the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara and the disciple Shariputra. Avalokiteshvara explains that form is emptiness and emptiness is form, highlighting the interconnectedness of all things. This teaching encourages practitioners to transcend dualistic thinking and cultivate wisdom and compassion.