buddha
Definition
Noun: 1. One who has achieved a state of perfect enlightenment: In Buddhism, a "buddha" is a being who has attained full awakening or enlightenment (nirvana), having completely eradicated greed, hatred, and delusion. This state is characterized by perfect wisdom and compassion. 2. Founder of Buddhism; worshipped as a god (c. 563-483 BC): Specifically, "Buddha" (often capitalized) refers to Siddhartha Gautama, the historical figure who achieved enlightenment and whose teachings founded Buddhism. He is also venerated as a divine figure in some traditions.
Usage Examples
- Noun (General): "According to Buddhist belief, anyone has the potential to become a ."
- Noun (Specific): "The taught the Four Noble Truths as the path to end suffering."
- Noun (Specific): "Many statues depict the in a state of meditation."
Advanced Usage
- "The Buddha nature": A core concept in Mahayana Buddhism referring to the inherent potential for enlightenment present within all sentient beings.
- The monk spoke about discovering one's own Buddha nature through meditation.
- "Future Buddha" (Maitreya): In Buddhist eschatology, Maitreya is prophesied to be a future buddha who will appear on Earth.
- Some traditions await the coming of Maitreya, the future Buddha.
Variants and Related Words
- Buddhism (n): The religion, philosophical system, and way of life founded on the teachings of the Buddha.
- Buddhist (n/adj): A follower of Buddhism; relating to Buddhism or Buddhists.
- Buddhahood (n): The condition or state of being a buddha; enlightenment.
- Bodhisattva (n): In Mahayana Buddhism, an enlightened being who postpones their own nirvana to help all other beings achieve enlightenment.
Synonyms
- Enlightened One: A direct translation and synonym for "Buddha."
- Awakened One: Emphasizes the state of being awakened from the sleep of ignorance.
- Tathagata: An epithet the Buddha used to refer to himself, meaning "one who has thus gone" or "one who has thus come."
Related Phrases
- To take refuge in the Buddha: A fundamental Buddhist practice where one places trust in the Buddha as a guide and teacher on the path to enlightenment.
- As part of their initiation, new Buddhists take refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community).
Noun
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one who has achieved a state of perfect enlightenment
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founder of Buddhism; worshipped as a god (c 563-483 BC)
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