- Mahayana Buddhism
Koans evolved within the broader framework of Mahayana Buddhism, which emphasizes the concept of emptiness (Shunyata) and the idea that all phenomena are interconnected and lack inherent existence. The Mahayana tradition also encourages the breaking down of dualistic thinking, a theme central to koan practice. Texts like the Prajnaparamita Sutras (Perfection of Wisdom Sutras) contain paradoxical teachings that challenge conventional views of reality, laying the groundwork for the koan tradition.
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