Enchin

Enchin (814–891) was a Japanese Buddhist monk credited with shaping Tendai Buddhism, a major school that synthesized various Buddhist teachings. He emphasized the unity of different Buddhist paths and the importance of both scholarly study and meditative practice. Enchin helped translate key Buddhist texts and promoted the idea that enlightenment could be achieved through a combination of understanding scripture and practicing meditation. His work laid the foundation for later developments in Japanese Buddhism, influencing practitioners' approach to spiritual practice by integrating faith, study, and meditation into a cohesive path.