Buddhaghosa (5th-century commentator)

Buddhaghosa was a 5th-century Buddhist scholar and commentator from Sri Lanka, known for his influential works on the teachings of Buddhism. He is most famous for the "Visuddhimagga" (The Path of Purification), which synthesizes and explains key Buddhist concepts, ethics, and meditation practices. His writings aimed to clarify the Buddha's teachings and provide a comprehensive guide for practitioners. Buddhaghosa played a significant role in preserving and transmitting Buddhist thought, making it accessible and systematic for future generations, and his work continues to be revered in Theravada Buddhism today.