David Kalupahana

David Kalupahana was a renowned Sri Lankan philosopher and scholar who specialized in Buddhist philosophy and ancient Indian thought. He sought to interpret and analyze Buddhist teachings, particularly the Buddha’s original insights, through a modern, scholarly lens. His work emphasized understanding Buddhism as a rational, philosophical tradition rather than just religious practice, connecting its ideas to broader philosophical themes such as logic, ethics, and epistemology. Kalupahana’s writings help bridge traditional Buddhist concepts with contemporary philosophical discussions, making his contributions valuable for both academic study and general understanding of Buddhist philosophy.