Buddism
- Budda- God of Buddism
- His real name was Gautama
- Gautama is the main figure in Buddhism.
- His name recognized by Buddhists as an awakened or enlightened teacher who shared his insights to help end suffering.
- Two major branches of Buddhism are recognized: Theravada and Mahayana.
- While Buddhism remains most popular religion within Asia, both branches are now found throughtout the world. Theravada is the oldest branch of Buddhism.
- It has its origins about 2,500 years ago when Siddhartha Gautama, known as as the Buddha, was at the age of 35.
- Buddha meant "Awakened one"
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