Nagarjuna stands as a towering figure in the landscape of Buddhist philosophy, especially within the Madhyamaka tradition. His writings are revered for their profound exploration of emptiness (śūnyatā) and the subtle articulation of the Middle Way, which navigates between the extremes of existence and non-existence. The Mūlamadhyamakakārikā, often regarded as his magnum opus, systematically examines foundational Buddhist concepts through rigorous dialectical reasoning, challenging assumptions about inherent existence and guiding readers toward a deeper understanding of dependent origination.

In addition to the Mūlamadhyamakakārikā, several other texts are widely attributed to Nagarjuna and contribute to the breadth of his philosophical legacy. The Vigrahavyāvartanī offers a robust defense of the doctrine of emptiness against various objections, while the Śūnyatāsaptati and Yuktiṣaṣṭikā further elaborate on the nature of emptiness and the logic underpinning dependent origination. The Vaidalyaprakaraṇa, with its incisive critique of logical positions, and the Ratnāvalī, which blends philosophical insight with ethical and practical guidance, also occupy significant places within the corpus associated with Nagarjuna.

The question of authorship for certain texts, such as the Suhṛllekha, remains a subject of scholarly discussion, yet these works continue to inspire practitioners and thinkers alike. Across these writings, Nagarjuna’s thought consistently invites a direct encounter with the limits of conceptualization, urging a wisdom that transcends attachment to fixed views. His influence endures not only for the depth of his arguments but also for the transformative potential his teachings hold for those who seek to understand the nature of reality and the path to liberation.