Aksapada Gautama

Aksapada Gautama (circa 2nd century CE) was the founder of the Nyaya school of Indian philosophy.

Background

Aksapada Gautama lived in the 2nd century CE and is credited with founding the Nyaya school of philosophy. He composed the Nyaya Sutras, the foundational text of the tradition.

Spiritual Contribution

Aksapada Gautama systematized Indian logic and epistemology through the Nyaya Sutras, establishing the foundations of Indian logical thought.

Legacy and Impact

The Nyaya Sutras became the foundational text for one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy and influenced Indian intellectual tradition for centuries.

Verification Notes

• Attributed as author of Nyaya Sutras in Indian philosophical traditions.