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Prince Siddhartha became a Buddha after attaining enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India, around the age of 35. This event is known as the Buddha's Awakening or Enlightenment.

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What was Siddhartha was also known as?

Siddhartha was also known as Gautama Buddha or simply the Buddha.


What does prince Siddhartha mean in Sanskrit?

enlightened one Siddhartha means "one who gets what he desires" In the sense that "he thinks and it happens such a powerful person. Now, Shddhodana Prince Siddhartha's father named him thus after having heard the prediction from his Court Astrolgers that his child will either grow to be powerful Emperor of a Powerful Philosopher who will take the world with him. A kShatriya his father i.e Shddhodana was not for seeing his son become a sanyasi/mendicant however great he may become as seen by the world. So, in order to preclude the possiblity of his child becoming a mendicant/recluse/ascetic Shuddhodana named him "Siddhartha" so that the repetition fo the word creates that kind of an effect, and his son would choose to become an Emperor ratehr than a recluse. Even Prince Siddhartha grew up into a fine and well rounded Price mastrering all the Martial and other arts expected of offsprings of Kings! But destiny was otherwise intended so he became The Buddha - The Enlightened One"


What other names are used for the Buddha?

"Buddha" means 'The Awakened One' or 'The Enlightened One'.


What are allusion in Siddhartha?

One example of an allusion in Siddhartha is the story of the Buddha, which is referenced multiple times throughout the novel. The character of Siddhartha himself also alludes to the historical figure of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became known as the Buddha. Additionally, the river in the novel can be seen as an allusion to the cycle of life and rebirth in Hindu and Buddhist philosophy.


Who created the four noble truths?

The Four Noble Truths were taught by Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha, when he reached enlightenment. They represent the core teachings of Buddhism and provide a framework for understanding the nature of suffering and the path to liberation.

Related Questions

What was Siddhartha before he was a Buddha?

he used to be a prince before he was buddha


When did the Buddha become prince?

Siddhartha Gautama who was later known as the Buddha became a prince on his birth into a royal family in northern India about 2500 years ago.


When did Buddha get marrided?

Prince Siddhartha Gautama was married before he became the Buddha.


Who is first become a Buddha?

Siddhartha Gautama is first become a Buddha.


What is the name of lord Buddha's wife?

Lord Buddha did not have a wife. However, Prince Siddhartha was married to Princess Yashodhara and together they had a son named Rahula. Later on Prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment and became Lord Buddha.


Who is the founder of Buddhism?

Siddhartha Guatama


What are the three biggest incidents of Buddha on Buddha day?

1. The birth of Buddha (as prince Siddhartha), 2. The Enlightenment, 3. The Passing away of Buddha


Did Siddhartha Gautama have children?

Siddhartha Gautama, the historical Buddha, was married and had a son before he left home to become a wandering ascetic. His son, Rahula, became a monk as a child and therefore had no children.


Siddhartha gautama is better known as who?

Prince Siddarthat Gautama is better known as the Buddha. 'Buddha' means 'Enlightened One.'


Was Buddha a leader of something?

The historic Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama) was a Prince and would have been ruler of his country on his fathers death.


Why prince siddhartha leave a comfortable home and loving family?

Siddhartha Gautama(Budhha) "died" so no one knew that Siddhartha Gautama(Buddha) left his family.


What was Buddha's wife?

Prince Siddhartha's (Gautama Buddha) wife is called Yasodhara. They were both Hindu's until Buddhism was made afterwards.