Upagupta
Indian Buddhist monk
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Upagupta
Summary
Upagupta is a human[1]. He worked as a Buddhist monk[2]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (29 views/month, #7,272 of 1,000,298).[3]
Key Facts
- Upagupta's professions included Buddhist monk[2].
- Upagupta held the position of Zen Patriarch[4].
- A notable student of Upagupta was Ashoka[5].
- Upagupta's religion is recorded as Buddhism[6].
- Upagupta is recorded as male[7].
- Upagupta's instance of is recorded as human[8].
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Career and Affiliations
Upagupta's professions included Buddhist monk[2]. He held the position of Zen Patriarch[4]. A notable student of him was Ashoka[5].
Personal Life
Upagupta's religion is recorded as Buddhism[6].
Why It Matters
Upagupta ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (29 views/month, #7,272 of 1,000,298).[3] He has Wikipedia articles in 8 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[9] He is known by 7 alternative names across languages and contexts.[10]
FAQs
What did Upagupta do for work?
Upagupta worked as Buddhist monk[2].