buddhism

Buddhism is a religion and philosophy founded by Siddhartha Gautama in the 5th century BCE, centered on the pursuit of enlightenment and the cessation of suffering.

Buddhism is a religion and philosophy founded by Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha, in the 5th century BCE in India. Buddhism teaches that life is marked by suffering (dukkha) and that this suffering is caused by desire and ignorance. The path to the cessation of suffering and the attainment of enlightenment (nirvana) involves understanding the Four Noble Truths and practicing the Noble Eightfold Path, which includes ethical conduct, mental discipline, and wisdom. Buddhism has divided into several schools and traditions, with the main ones being Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. Each tradition has its own practices and sacred texts, but all share core teachings on compassion, meditation, and wisdom. Buddhism has profoundly influenced the culture, art, and architecture of many countries in Asia and continues to inspire millions of people worldwide with its principles of inner peace and universal interconnectedness.