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Gautama Buddha

Gautama Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama or the Buddha, was a spiritual leader and the founder of Buddhism. Born in the 6th century BC in the region of Lumbini, Nepal, he renounced his princely life to seek enlightenment. His teachings, emphasizing the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, have profoundly influenced the lives of millions around the world. more

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