Queen Maya

Queen Maya was the mother of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha. She was a noble queen of ancient India and is often honored in Buddhist tradition for her role in the Buddha's birth. According to legend, she dreamt of a white elephant before her pregnancy, symbolizing a significant event. She gave birth to Siddhartha in a garden called Lumbini, and her life is remembered as part of the Buddha’s early story. Maya's life reflects themes of hope, transition, and spiritual significance in Buddhist teachings.