The Buddha

The Buddha-born as Prince Siddhartha in Kapilavastu, in today's Nepal, gained enlightenment after witnessing the illnesses and distresses in the world and leaving the royal life for a life of penance, eventually founder of Buddhism.

6 Quotes

Words have the power to both destroy and heal. When words are both true and kind, they can change our world.

— The Buddha

Words have the power to both destroy and heal. When words are both true and kind, they can change our world.

— The Buddha

Words have the power to both destroy and heal. When words are both true and kind, they can change our world.

— The Buddha

Words have the power to both destroy and heal. When words are both true and kind, they can change our world.

— The Buddha

Meditation brings wisdom; lack of meditation leaves ignorance. Know well what leads you forward and what holds you back.

— The Buddha

Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned.

— The Buddha