Prasenajit of Kosala

AncientEmperorKosala-550 — -490

Buddha contemporary, generous patron, then deposed.

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Quick Facts

Born

550 BCE

Died

490 BCE

Country

Kosala

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)32

Political (20%)71

Influence (20%)66

Legacy (20%)53

Leadership (15%)74

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score59.0

Prasenajit of Kosala — Complete Timeline

520 BC

Patronized the Buddha's TeachingsCultural◆ Major

King Prasenajit of Kosala became a devoted lay disciple of the Buddha. He frequently visited the Buddha at Jetavana monastery, donated land and resources, and supported the spread of Buddhism in the Kosala kingdom.

BuddhismPatronageJetavana

Impact: regionalconstructive

495 BC

Deposed by His Son VirudhakaPolitical Action◆ Major

Prasenajit's son Virudhaka staged a coup, deposing his father and seizing the throne of Kosala. Prasenajit fled to Magadha seeking refuge with King Ajatashatru, but died at the gates of Rajagriha, unable to enter.

CoupExileDeath

Impact: regionaltragic