Gautam Buddha: The Enlightened One
Gautam Buddha: The Enlightened One Are you want new... Click Here Gautam Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, Shakyamuni Buddha, or simply the Buddha, was a spiritual teacher and philosopher who lived in ancient India around the 5th–4th century BCE. He is regarded as the founder of Buddhism , one of the world’s major religions, followed by millions of people across Asia and beyond. The title “Buddha” means “the awakened one” —a person who has attained supreme wisdom and enlightenment by understanding the truth of life and existence. His teachings on suffering, compassion, non-violence, and mindfulness continue to inspire humanity to this day. Early Life of Siddhartha Gautama Siddhartha Gautama was born around 563 BCE in Lumbini , a region that lies in present-day Nepal, near the Indian border. His father, King Suddhodana , was the ruler of the Shakya clan, and his mother, Queen Maya Devi , belonged to the Koliyan dynasty. According to Buddhist tradition, Queen May...