Below I would like to share a wonderful translation of what is commonly referred to as the Heart Sutra. It, this translation, was originally published by Shambhala Publications in the Heart Sutra, a Comprehensive Guide to the Classic of Mahayana Buddhism, written by Kazuaki Tanahashi. Somewhere between its conception and publication, it was put into the public domain. Despite this, I can't seem to find an online copy, even though it truly is an innovative translation, done by Mr Tanahashi and Mrs Joan Halifax, based off centuries old Chinese and Sanskrit works, said in legend to have been revealed en vision by Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara herself. Notwithstanding; the Sutra itself is one of the most prominent and most recited texts in all of Buddhism.
Mr Tanahashi's Comprehensive Guide explores the rich history of the text, its meaning, and examines translations from across the globe. I, as a very amateur student of Buddhism, recommend it for anyone of any faith who takes their spirituality seriously.
Below is his translation.
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