Asanga
At a glance:
- Series: Great Lives from History: The Ancient World, Prehistory-476
- Categories: Philosophy, Education, Religion, Ethics
- Subcategories: Philosophers, Theology, Theologians, Teaching, Teachers, Buddhism, Buddhists
- Curriculum: Asian History, Ancient History, World History
Article abstract: Indian philosopher and Buddhist monk{$I[g]India and Sri Lanka;Asanga} Asanga is revered by Buddhists as the enlightened sage who revived Māhayāna Buddhism. He was a founder of the Yogācāra School.
Early Life
Arya Asanga (AHR-yuh uh-SUHNG-guh) was an Indian Buddhist monk and philosopher who lived during the fourth and fifth centuries c.e. Arya means “Noble One” and is a title of respect; Asanga means “untouched” or “unfettered.” He is sometimes referred to as one of the doctors of early Buddhism because of...
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