Vasugupta

Vasugupta was an ancient Indian philosopher and scholar, traditionally credited with founding the Kashmir Shaivism tradition around the 9th century. He is best known for composing the "Shiva Sutras," a foundational text that outlines spiritual principles, meditation practices, and the nature of consciousness. His teachings emphasize the idea that the divine is present within everything and encourage seekers to realize their own divine nature through sincere practice and self-awareness. Vasugupta's insights have influenced philosophical thought and spiritual practice in Kashmir, shaping the development of Tantric traditions and Vedantic philosophy in Indian spiritual history.