Emptiness, in the context of deep meditative exploration, entails a profound recognition that all phenomena, whether physical or mental, lack inherent, independent existence. Rather, they are interdependently originated, contingent upon myriad conditions and perceptions. This insight reveals that what we perceive as solid and discrete is, upon closer examination, fluid and relational, devoid of a fixed essence. Such a view dismantles the rigid constructs of 'self' and 'other,' allowing one to experience reality with greater freedom and openness. Embracing emptiness does not imply a nihilistic void, but rather unveils the vibrant, dynamic play of life, unobscured by the projections of a falsely assumed permanence. Through this lens, we can engage with the world in a manner that is more compassionate, flexible, and attuned to the underlying interconnectedness of all things.
See also: dependent origination, conceptual framework, cessation experience, mystical experience