Heart Sutra S2·EP10 | When You Let Go, Who Is Afraid? | Waken Temple

What are we afraid of when we loosen our grip? This episode reads “a mind without obstruction” alongside the Buddha’s life and the image of a parent learning to let go. The care remains; fear itself is not evidence of realization. Tonight, choose one small thing you are holding tightly and ask: “If I let go, who is afraid?” If looking becomes uncomfortable, stop. Research and further reading Waken’s English research collection https://waken.org/en/view/papers/ ────────── The Heart Sutra | Waken Temple · Season 2 A guided reading of the Heart Sutra, from its title to the practice of prajñā. We look closely at familiar words, examine their meaning, and bring study and reflection into everyday practice. These videos introduce the teachings. For detailed arguments, scriptural references, and notes, please consult the research listed for this episode. Teaching and narration: Venerable Huijing (釋慧鏡) Chinese Buddhist Canon in English · Research and translations https://waken.org Waken Temple · 威光禪寺 Online Dharma hall: https://www.wakentemple.org May listening, reflection, and practice nurture bodhicitta—the aspiration to awakening for the benefit of all beings. #HeartSutra #Prajna #WakenTemple