Buddhists celebrate Dharma Day the anniversary of Buddha's first sermon after his enlightenment. In this teaching, he shared ...

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Delve into the symbolism of the Bodhi Tree, a beacon of awakening for Buddhists. Explore its role on Buddha Purnima and how it inspires the path to enlightenment.

As per religious text, it was under the sacred fig tree where Gautama Buddha attained Enlightenment. That tree later came to be known as the Bodhi Tree, and became an integral part of the pilgrimage.

His search took him six years, but he became enlightened while meditating under a fig tree. Following this, Siddhattha became known as the Buddha, which means the 'awakened' or 'enlightened' one.

After spending 49 days under a bodhi tree (a kind of fig), Siddhartha attained enlightenment and came to be known as the Buddha Shakyamuni, meaning “the wise-one of the Shakya [clan].” ...

It commemorates the enlightenment of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha. Buddhists throughout the world celebrate Bodhi Day, but they do not all celebrate Siddhartha’s enlightenment on ...

It is believed that the Buddha found enlightenment while sitting under a fig tree. Enlightenment may be out of reach for most of us, but a well-managed fig tree in the backyard can bring joy ...