REL S 101 Chapter Notes - Chapter Buddhism: Hinayana, Bodh Gaya, Yogachara
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Adherent seeks refuge in the buddha, dharma, and the sangha. Who the buddha: the one who woke up. Was a role model, teacher, preacher, therapist, philosopher, and social reformer. He never claimed to be a god or divine being. He was prince siddhartha ( he who has achieved his ultimate goal") Was a warrior of the second highest caste (kshatriyas) Lived in an area of northwest india that now overlaps with nepal. His birthday is celebrated on the full moon of the fourth lunar month. Existential crisis that led the young prince to forsake his sheltered, hedonistic lifestyle. Wise men predicted that if the boy did not leave his home, he would become a powerful king and excel his father in fame. Ensured that the prince lived in the lap of luxury and did not see or experience any suffering. Passed through stage of being a bramchari and then achieving the grihasta status by marrying princess.
