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Emptiness in Mahayana Buddhism
- Nagarjuna, a Buddhist philosopher, introduced the concept of emptiness (shunyata).
- This concept is central to Mahayana Buddhism and suggests that all things lack intrinsic nature.
Nagarjuna and the Middle Way
- Buddhism has a rich philosophical tradition, with Nagarjuna as a key figure.
- He is considered the founder of Madhyamika (Middle Way) and systematized emptiness.
Branches of Buddhism
- Buddhism has several branches, including Theravada and Mahayana.
- Nagarjuna is a central figure in Mahayana Buddhism's development.