Candrakirti

Indian philosopher (c. 600–650), known for Madhyamaka.

Key Contributions:

• Developed Prasangika-Madhyamaka.
• Contributed to Buddhist philosophy.
• Influenced emptiness doctrine.

Interacting Concepts & Works:

• Madhyamakavatara (core text)
• Nagarjuna (primary influence)
• Buddhist Philosophy (tradition)
• Logic (reductio arguments)

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Record

Lived: c. 600–650

Tradition: Indian