Üldhambaravi

Üldhambaravi is a lesser-known figure in the history of Buddhism, primarily associated with the Theravada tradition. He is believed to have lived during the 1st century BCE, in the ancient kingdom of Sri Lanka. Üldhambaravi is notable for his role as a teacher and a commentator of the Pali Canon, the sacred scriptures of Theravada Buddhism.

Little is known about Üldhambaravi's personal life. He is mentioned in the Pali Canon, specifically in the Mahavagga, a collection of texts that includes the Mahasangiti, a list of the Buddha's disciples. Üldhambaravi is listed as one of the 100 Arahants, or fully enlightened beings, who were present at the Buddha's parinirvana, or final passing.

Üldhambaravi's most significant contribution to Buddhism is his commentary on the Pali Canon. His commentary, known as the Üldhambaravi Vinaya, is a detailed analysis of the Vinaya Pitaka, the third section of the Pali Canon that deals with the rules of monastic discipline. Üldhambaravi's commentary is considered one of the earliest and most authoritative commentaries on the Vinaya Pitaka, and it has been influential in the development of Theravada monasticism.

Üldhambaravi's teachings and commentaries have been preserved and studied by scholars and practitioners of Theravada Buddhism for centuries. His work continues to be an important resource for understanding the early history and teachings of Buddhism. Despite his relatively minor role in the broader narrative of Buddhism, Üldhambaravi's contributions to the Vinaya Pitaka have had a lasting impact on the practice and interpretation of Theravada Buddhism.