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"Form is Emptiness, Emptiness is Form" - The Most Used Buddhist Scriptures, Om Mani Padme Hum Mantra
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- While Buddhism encompasses various traditions and teachings, there are scriptures and incantations that are widely revered. Each tradition has its own preferred prayers and mantras.
- In Mahayana Buddhism, the Heart Sutra and Lotus Sutra are considered important scriptures, while in Theravada Buddhism, the Metta Sutta emphasizes the practice of loving-kindness.
- In Vajrayana Buddhism, the Om Mani Padme Hum Mantra, related to Avalokiteshvara, is chanted for cultivating compassion and purification.
"Form is Emptiness, Emptiness is Form" - The Most Used Buddhist Scriptures, Om Mani Padme Hum Mantra
"Color is void, void is form" - the most commonly used Buddhist scripture passage, Om Mani Padme Hum mantra
While Buddhism does not have a single "prayer" that is universally preferred like some other religions, there are several key scriptures and mantras that are deeply revered and frequently recited in various Buddhist traditions. Preference for specific prayers or mantras can vary depending on the Buddhist tradition (Theravada, Mahayana, Vajrayana). Here are a few widely regarded ones:
1. Heart Sutra
The Heart Sutra is particularly popular in Mahayana Buddhism and is considered one of its most important scriptures. It concisely captures the essence of Buddhist teachings on the nature of emptiness and form, summarized by the famous phrase "color is void, void is form".
2. Lotus Sutra
Another significant scripture in Mahayana Buddhism, the Lotus Sutra is known for its profound teachings on the potential of all beings to attain enlightenment and its expansive worldview. It is revered for its deep philosophical message and the inclusivity of its spiritual potential.
3. Metta Sutta
In Theravada Buddhism, the Metta Sutta is a key scripture that explains the practice of Metta, or loving-kindness. Reciting this sutra helps practitioners cultivate an attitude of loving-kindness towards all beings, which is considered essential for individual peace and spiritual development.
4. Mantras in Vajrayana Buddhism
Mantras are essential to practice in Vajrayana (Tibetan) Buddhism. Among the most famous is probably the Om Mani Padme Hum mantra, associated with Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion. This mantra is chanted for cultivating compassion and purification.
5. Dhammapada
While not a prayer in the traditional sense, the Dhammapada, a collection of the Buddha's teachings in verse form, is a highly revered scripture in Theravada Buddhism. It is often studied and quoted for its practical wisdom on living a moral life and understanding the law of karma.
Each of these scriptures or mantras holds a special place in the hearts of Buddhist practitioners around the world, often chosen based on their personal or cultural significance within a particular tradition.
