Sakya Pandita Kunga Nyingpo (1182–1251) was a prominent Tibetan Buddhist scholar and teacher, known for his contributions to the Sakya school of Tibetan Buddhism. He was a key figure in the development of Tibetan philosophy and is celebrated for his writings on logic, ethics, and the nature of reality. His teachings emphasized the importance of both study and meditation in the spiritual path. Kunga Nyingpo was also instrumental in the transmission of Madhyamaka philosophy, which focuses on the concept of emptiness. He played a significant role in establishing the Sakya lineage's influence in Tibet and is revered as a saint and a learned master by followers of Tibetan Buddhism.