Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha)

Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha, was a spiritual leader and the founder of Buddhism, born around the 5th century BCE in what is now Nepal. He was a prince who, upon witnessing suffering, embarked on a quest for enlightenment. After years of meditation, he gained profound insights into the nature of suffering and the path to overcoming it. The core concepts he taught include the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, emphasizing ethical living, mindfulness, and compassion. Buddha's teachings encourage individuals to seek their own understanding and to cultivate inner peace.