Siddhartha Gautama (Sakyamuni Buddha)

Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha or Sakyamuni, was a spiritual teacher from ancient India who founded Buddhism around the 5th to 6th century BCE. Born into royalty, he experienced suffering and sought understanding of life's true nature. Through meditation and reflection, he attained enlightenment, realizing the path to ending suffering. His teachings emphasize mindfulness, ethical living, and wisdom, forming the foundation of Buddhist practice. The Buddha’s insights continue to inspire millions worldwide to pursue inner peace, compassion, and liberation from suffering.