
Sakyamuni
Sakyamuni, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, was a spiritual leader who founded Buddhism around the 5th to 6th century BCE in ancient India. He is considered the historical Buddha, meaning "Awakened One," because he attained enlightenment through meditation and deep insight into the nature of suffering and existence. His teachings focus on understanding the mind, ethical living, and practices that lead to liberation from suffering. Sakyamuni’s insights have influenced millions worldwide, promoting compassion, mindfulness, and the pursuit of wisdom as paths to peace and spiritual awakening.