History:

GOSALA: A name whispered through time.

This name is associated with Makkhali Gosala, an Ajivika philosopher. According to the story, his parents left him for dead. As they prepared to cremate him, they heard him cry. Because of this, the boy was named Gosala, meaning either "born in a cowshed" or "related to Gosa." Another version suggests that his mother gave birth to him in a Goshala (cowshed), further linking this name to him.

Its etymology might link it to ancient Indian words for cattle or cowsheds. This possible link brings to mind rural scenes and animal care. Some scholars think it relates to farming, which further connects it to nature. However, these links are still guesses without clearer textual or cultural evidence.

Description:

GOSALA is mainly known from ancient India, especially through Makkhali Gosala, an important ascetic teacher who lived around the same time as Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) and Mahavira (the founder of Jainism).

Here are the variations of this name: Goshal, Gośāla, Gosala Mankhaliputta, Maskarin Gosala.