Buddhist scriptures; sutras; scriptural text
Refers specifically to the written or recited texts of Buddhist teachings.
The monk is chanting a sutra.
This scriptural text is part of the Heart Sutra.
Refers to sacred scriptures in general, not limited to Buddhism.
Standard modern spelling for Buddhist scriptures.
Old-form kanji spelling; rarely used in modern texts.
Compound of 経 (kyō, 'sutra') and 文 (mon, 'text, writing').