Shantideva
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Shantideva 🇮🇳

शान्तिदेव (Known as "Bhusuku")
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Born c. 685 CE 🇮🇳 Saurashtra, Maitraka Kingdom
Passed Away c. 763 CE Nalanda, Pala Empire
Lifespan 78 years old
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"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide to dispel the misery of the world."

Archival Overview

Nalanda monk and Bodhisattva whose 'Bodhicaryavatara' (The Way of the Bodhisattva) is the supreme poetic masterpiece on generating Bodhicitta and exchanging self for others.

Biographical Record

Shantideva (c. 685–763 CE) was a prince who fled his coronation to become a simple monk at Nalanda, mockingly nicknamed 'Bhusuku' (one who only eats, sleeps, and sits).

Challenged to recite scripture before the university faculty, he levitated into the air while reciting the Bodhicaryavatara, presenting the immortal practice of Tonglen and dedication of merit.

Key Life Milestones

720

The Recitation of the Bodhicaryavatara

Delivered his 1,000-stanza master poem before the assembly at Nalanda, floating into the clouds as he recited the chapter on wisdom.

740

Compilation of the Shikshasamuccaya

Compiled an encyclopedic anthological manual of sutras guiding the practical, everyday vows of a Bodhisattva.

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Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial
Nalanda Mahavihara
Nalanda, India
GPS: 25.1356, 85.4439
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