Tsongkhapa

Tsongkhapa was a prominent Tibetan Buddhist scholar and the founder of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism in the late 14th and early 15th centuries. He is best known for his teachings on the importance of monastic discipline and the integration of philosophy and practice. Tsongkhapa's intellectual contributions significantly shaped Tibetan Buddhism, particularly through his emphasis on the study of Buddhist philosophy, ethics, and meditation. His legacy continues to influence contemporary Tibetan Buddhism, and he is revered as a major figure in the tradition.