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Siddhartha Gautama, The Buddha, sat under a fig tree, also called a Peepal tree and gained enlightenment. The scientific name of a peepal tree is Ficus religiosa.
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Difference between peepul tree and tulsi plant?
The peepul tree is the 'sacred fig', while the tulsi is 'holy basil'.
Does peepul tree have tap root?
yes
What is the botanical name of peepul leaves?
Leaves of Ficus religiosa tree
Where did Buddha live?
Bihar and Uttar Pradesh in India Nepal
Where did the Buddha become enlightened?
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.
Where did Buddha find enlightenment and awakening?
under the bodhi tree
Which buddha sit under neem tree?
Prince Siddartha Gautama sat under a tree. He remained there until he found his enlightenment.
Why is a Bodhi tree important?
The Bodhi tree is important in Buddhism as it is believed to be the tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment. It symbolizes spiritual awakening, wisdom, and the path to liberation from suffering. Buddhists often meditate or pay homage under Bodhi trees as a way to connect with the Buddha's teachings.
Is it true that Buddha did not achieve enlightenment sitting under the bodhi tree on the first week?
yes
What tree is very sacred for buddhists and hindus?
the tree situated in bihar, India is very holy for both. Under this tree Lord Buddha got enlightenment & knowledge.
Where can you find Enlightenment?
It is not known for sure, but the Buddha found enlightenment by sitting under the tree of life.Answer:Enlightenment is not a thing to be found or lost it is a state of understanding. In general there is a satori moment (a sudden Aha! event) when everything comes together. "Finding" enlightenment is like studying rules on how to be spontaneous.Answer:I believe that The Buddha (Gautama Siddhartha), after searching for 6 years found enlightenment by going within himself as he sat under the Bodhi tree.
In which town did the Buddha meditate?
In many towns. He attained enlightenment under the bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India.
