Ryōgen
Japanese Buddhist monk
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Summary
Ryōgen was born on October 15, 912[1], in Gyokusen-ji Temple[2]. He died on January 26, 985[3], in Enryaku-ji Temple[4]. He worked as a Buddhist monk[5]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,346 views/month, #7,279 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Enryaku-ji Temple[7]
- Country of citizenship: Japan[8]
- Position held: Tendai-zasu[9]
- Religion or worldview: Tendai[10]
- Sex or gender: male[11]
- Commons category: Ryōgen[12]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Japanese[13]
- Name in native language: 良源[14]
- Posthumous name: 慈恵[15]
- Name in kana: りょうげん[16]
Why It Matters
Ryōgen has Wikipedia articles in 8 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[17] He is known by 24 alternative names across languages and contexts.[18]
FAQs
Where was Ryōgen born?
Ryōgen's place of birth was Gyokusen-ji Temple[2].
Where did Ryōgen die?
Ryōgen passed away in Enryaku-ji Temple[4].
What did Ryōgen do for work?
Ryōgen worked as a Buddhist monk[5].