The Diamond That Cuts Through Illusion explores the timeless wisdom of the Diamond Sutra, an essential text of Mahayana. Buddhism that offers profound insights into understanding the world in its wholeness and building a stronger bond with the environment, communities, and families. Delving into the concepts of dualism and illusion, the treatise reveals how our minds construct self-limiting thoughts and the significance of transcending personal enlightenment to embrace the path of the Bodhisattvas—completely enlightened beings who delay nirvana to help others navigate the ocean of human suffering. Thich Nhat Hanh’s lucid and lyrical translation of the text, accompanied by his insightful commentaries, will help readers engage with one of Buddhism’s most vital writings in fresh and meaningful ways while enabling their actions to become more effective and mindful.