Bodhi means enlightenment or awakening in Sanskrit. It commemorates the enlightenment of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha. Buddhists throughout the world celebrate Bodhi Day, but they do ...

Who was the Buddha, and how did his teachings shape history? This video uncovers the life of Siddhartha Gautama, debunks common misconceptions, and explores his journey to enlightenment.

The birthday of the historical Buddha celebrates the birth of the child who became Prince Siddhartha around the end of the 4th century BC. This is a holy occasion for all Buddhists, but is ...

Siddhartha’s father Śuddhodana wanted his ... The Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya is said to mark the spot where the Buddha achieved enlightenment. It is one of the most sacred sites of Buddhism.

Siddhartha was born on the border between India ... had a dream foretelling of the Buddha’s birth and during childbirth she suffered no pain. It is said he was born out of his mother’s side ...

Prince Siddhartha is heir to the Shakya kingdom, which is constantly at war with the more powerful Kosala kingdom. His father tries to raise as him as a warrior leader and to shield him from the ...

“The temple is about a hundred yards from Lord Buddha’s birthplace,” says Semage, explaining that the murals will tell the story of the Bodhisatva Siddhartha on his road to enlightenment. Semage ...