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Prajnaparamita is a Mahayana Buddhist concept and a group of texts that represent the pinnacle of wisdom or insight. The term "prajnaparamita" comes from the Sanskrit word "prajna," which means "wisdom," and "paramita," which means "perfection." The concept of prajnaparamita emphasizes the value of cultivating wisdom and insight in order to achieve enlightenment and liberation.The Prajnaparamita texts, also known as the "Perfection of Wisdom" sutras, are a collection of Mahayana Buddhist scriptures that are widely revered and studied. These texts delve into the illusory nature of the phenomenal world, as well as the realization of non-duality.The realization of prajnaparamita, according to Mahayana Buddhism, is one of the highest attainments on the path to enlightenment, representing a profound understanding of the nature of reality and the ultimate truth of existence. The attainment of prajnaparamita is viewed as a means of transcending suffering and breaking free from the cycle of birth and death.The Prajnaparamita texts are also associated with the figure of the goddess Prajnaparamita, who represents the embodiment of wisdom and insight in some Buddhist traditions. She is frequently depicted holding a book or sutra, which represents the wisdom contained in the Prajnaparamita texts. In Mahayana Buddhism, the goddess Prajnaparamita is revered as a symbol of the highest level of wisdom and insight.

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