Light and the Dark (Sanskrit: Mahāyāna)

Light and the Dark, or Mahāyāna in Sanskrit, refers to a prominent tradition within Buddhism emphasizing compassion and enlightenment for all beings. "Light" symbolizes wisdom, clarity, and liberation, while "Dark" signifies ignorance and suffering that obscure understanding. Mahāyāna teachings encourage practitioners to cultivate insight and altruism, aiming to transcend individual limits and achieve universal awakening. It emphasizes compassion as a guiding force, helping illuminate the path out of ignorance ("Dark") into shared enlightenment ("Light"), fostering a more inclusive and interconnected spiritual journey.