Masters of Tiantai

The Masters of Tiantai refer to influential Buddhist teachers affiliated with the Tiantai school, a tradition that originated in China during the 6th century. Tiantai emphasizes the comprehensive study and practice of the Buddha's teachings, especially the Lotus Sutra, integrating meditation, ethical conduct, and philosophical insight. The masters played key roles in developing and transmitting this school’s teachings, shaping Chinese and East Asian Buddhism. Their work focused on understanding the interconnectedness of all phenomena and promoting harmony between doctrine and practice, making Tiantai a significant and cohesive approach within Mahayana Buddhism.