Asanga is one of the most important philosophical personalities in the history of Buddhism. His contribution to Vijnanavada School of thought is unparalleled. The Vijnanavada school of Asanga is also known as Yogacara. For Asanga and others, the Absolute truth, i.e. pure consciousness (Vijnana( can only be realised by practice of yoga. That indicated the practical side of this school, while the word "Vijnanavada" brings out its speculative features. In ...
