Gautam buddha

Gautama Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, was a spiritual teacher born around the 5th–6th century BCE in Lumbini. He is the founder of Buddhism, one of the world’s major religions.

Key facts about Buddha

• Born as a prince in the Shakya clan.
• Left royal life to search for the truth about suffering and happiness.
• Achieved enlightenment while meditating under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India.
• Taught the “Middle Way” — avoiding extreme luxury and extreme hardship.
• His teachings focus on peace, compassion, mindfulness, and wisdom.

Core teachings

• Four Noble Truths — explain suffering and how to overcome it.
• Eightfold Path — guidance for ethical living and mental discipline.
• Karma and rebirth are important concepts in Buddhist philosophy.

Important Buddhist places

• Lumbini — birthplace
• Bodh Gaya — enlightenment
• Sarnath — first sermon
• Kushinagar — passing away (Parinirvana)

Symbol of Buddha

Common Buddha symbols include:

• Lotus flower 🌸 — purity
• Dharma wheel ☸️ — teachings
• Bodhi tree 🌳 — enlightenment

A famous Buddha quote:

“Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.”