A religion founded by Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) that originated in ancient India. It emphasizes the pursuit of enlightenment and the cessation of suffering through ethical conduct, meditation, and insight.
Related terms
Four Noble Truths: The foundational teachings of Buddhism which explain the nature of suffering and provide guidance on how to end it.
Eightfold Path: Eight steps outlined by the Buddha as a means to achieve enlightenment through ethical conduct, mindfulness, and meditation.
Theravada Buddhism: One of the two major branches of Buddhism that follows traditional teachings closely and focuses on individual liberation from suffering.