buddha
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• noun
(Usually capitalized) A title given to Siddhartha Gautama, the ancient Indian sage and spiritual teacher upon whose teachings Buddhism was founded.
"The teachings of the Buddha emphasize mindfulness, compassion, and the path to liberation from suffering."
In Buddhist tradition, any person who has achieved complete spiritual enlightenment (bodhi) and liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
"Mahayana scriptures describe numerous buddhas presiding over different cosmic realms."
A statue, carving, or artistic representation of Siddhartha Gautama or another enlightened figure.
"A bronze buddha sat serenely in the center of the temple courtyard."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit 'buddha', literally meaning 'awakened' or 'enlightened', the past participle of the root 'budh' (to awake, perceive, or understand).
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