The one we call the Buddha wanted to understand suffering and it’s causes. He tried indulging in all the worldly pleasures that he could and he didn’t find what he was looking for. He tried studying ...

The Bodhi Tree, also known as the Tree of Enlightenment, is a sacred symbol of faith for the followers of Buddhism. The historical and religious significance of the Bodhi Tree dates back to 2,500 ...

Spiritual Awakening, or Enlightenment, is a rare accomplishment achieved by less than 1% of those who embark on a spiritual journey. It requires purification and illumination, leading to the ...

The day that Gautama Buddha (Shakyamuni) is said to have achieved enlightenment, or bodhi in Sanskrit and Pali, is celebrated as Bodhi Day in Buddhism. Siddhartha, according to legend, had lately ...

According to Buddhist Tradition on the eighth day of the twelfth month, Gautama Siddhartha looked up and saw the morning star, and had his great awakening. From that moment he was called the Buddha, ...