Buddhaghosa

Buddhaghosa was a renowned 5th-century Indian scholar and meditation master who played a key role in preserving and systematizing Theravāda Buddhism. His most famous work, the “Visuddhimagga” (Path of Purification), is a comprehensive guide to Buddhist teachings, meditation, and ethical practice. Buddhaghosa's writings help practitioners understand complex doctrines and develop mental discipline. His translations and commentaries made ancient texts more accessible, shaping Buddhist thought and practice for centuries. He is revered as a seminal figure who bridged the original teachings of the Buddha with later spiritual development across Southeast Asia.