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Under a fig tree (now called a Bodhi Tree, where Bodhi means enlightenment) in Bodh Gaya, which is near Patna in India. The original tree has died but a tree that grows in the same spot is a descendant of the original tree. Therefore the most sacred spot for Buddhist is a tree under the open sky.
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∙ 12y agoBuddha translated means, "enlightened one". before he became enlightened he was Siddartha Guatama. Siddartha achieved enlightenment under a Bodi tree. After achieving enlightenment he earned the Name Buddha.
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∙ 12y agoThe where of the Buddha's enlightenment can be answered in increasing degrees of exactness:
- In India
- In Bodh Gaya
- At the Mahabodhi Temple
- Under a Pipal Tree (now called the Bodhi Tree)
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∙ 16y agoGuatama Buddha became enlightened under a Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India.
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∙ 11y agoWhen he was a young adult, he sat under a tree a sook enlightenment. He found it there a based the whole religion on the knowledge he gained at that time.
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∙ 16y agoIn Bodh Gaya, a city in Bihar, India.
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∙ 12y agoBodhgaya(North India)
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∙ 13y agobihar INDIA
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What made Buddha want to become holy?
Buddha did not want to become "Holy" he wanted to become enlightened
How do you become enlightened like Gautama Buddha?
We can all become enlightened by following the Eightfold path as stated by the Buddha and adopting it as our way of life. We cannot become enlightened like the Buddha as he deduced the Eightfold Path initially(from first principles) without guidance.
How he become a Buddha?
Siddhatta Gautama became a Buddha by attaining enlightment. Infact the word enlightment even means someone who is enlightened.
What do you have to do to become a Buddha?
The term "Buddha" simply means an enlightened person. To become an enlightened person is to understand the true causes of suffering in your existence and master the Eightfold Path to avoiding them, As the Dalai Lama has said you must be skillful in running your life.
How old do you have to be to become a Buddha?
If the question is "How old do you have to be to become a Buddhist?", there is no age limit. Like Christians, Buddhists can be born into Buddhist families and be Buddhist from birth. Conversion to Buddhism from other faiths can occur at any age. If the questions is"How old do you have to be to become enlightened (become a Buddha)?", there is no age limit. The Dalai Lama is considered to be the reincarnation of the Buddha of Compassion, as a consequence he would be a Buddha and enlightened from before his birth.
Did Buddha save anyone?
I'm not sure what you mean by 'save', but buddha taught Buddhism to many people and how to meditate, become enlightened etc.
When did siddatha become Buddha?
once he achieved enlightenment ( 'Buddha' means 'enlightened one') Most stories have it happen when he was around 33-36
What does it mean to die Buddha?
since buddha is known as "the enlightened one", it probably means to die enlightened
Does Buddha mean fierce warrior or enlightened teacher?
Buddha means "awakened one" or "enlightened one"
Who is referred to as enlightened?
The Buddha .
Who are the buddhas?
This question should be (who is Buddha?) because Buddha is one person that is founder of Buddhism. He Born in Lumbini, Nepal.Answer:All enlightened beings are Buddhas. All sentient beings can become enlightened, Therefore all sentient beings can become Buddhas given enough time.
What are the enlightened cities that have to do with Buddha?
Cities cannot be enlightened -- only conscious beings can be enlightened.
