Introduction In the grand lineage of Indian philosophers, Dignāga (circa 480–540 CE) stands as a luminous intellect who bridged logic, epistemology, and spirituality. Revered as the Father of Buddhist Logic (Hetuvidyā), Dignāga transformed the study…
Introduction Among the countless disciples who followed the path of the Buddha, Mahākāśyapa stands out as a symbol of deep spiritual austerity, purity, and dedication to truth. Revered as the first great patriarch of the…
Introduction Among the many noble disciples of Gautama Buddha, none is remembered with greater affection and reverence than Ānanda. Known as the Buddha’s personal attendant and cousin, Ānanda’s devotion, humility, and unmatched memory ensured that…
Introduction Among all the brilliant disciples of Gautama Buddha, Sāriputta (Sariputra) shines as the embodiment of wisdom (paññā). Revered as one of the Buddha’s two chief disciples, alongside Mahā Moggallāna, Sāriputta was not only a…
Introduction Among the shining stars of the Buddha’s disciples, Mahā Moggallāna (Mahā Maudgalyāyana in Sanskrit) stands out as the embodiment of meditative mastery and spiritual power. Together with Sāriputta, he was one of the Buddha’s…