Q: Who was Gorakhnatha?
A: Gorakhnatha (aka Gorakshanatha)

Gorakhnath, the disciple of Matsyendranath, is credited with
the foundation of Laya or Kundalini Yoga and Hatha Yoga. He
is also revered by many of the Natha subsects as their founder.

Such sects are called Kanphata (split ear) after their initiation
rite in which the ear cartilage was cut to allow the insertion of
large wooden rings.

Both Gorakhnath and Matsyendranath are credited with
fantastic powers and magical ability. The Gurkhas, famed in
battle for their heroism, worship Gorakhnath as a god and he
has many centres of worship in Nepal.