Significance of Buddha's enlightenment
Synonyms: Buddha's realization, Spiritual enlightenment, Spiritual awakening, Ultimate understanding, Nirvana, Liberation, Transcendence, Buddha's nirvana, Buddha's understanding
In Dutch: Boeddha's verlichting; In Finnish: Buddhan valaistuminen
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Buddhist concept of 'Buddha's enlightenment'
Buddha's enlightenment signifies Siddhartha Gautama's profound realization of existence, culminating in an ultimate understanding of suffering and its cessation, which laid the foundation for his transformative teachings in Buddhism.
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) The moment of realization that led the Buddha to become an enlightened being, forming the foundation of Buddhist teachings.[1] (2) The moment when the Buddha attained full awakening and understanding of the true nature of reality, after which he gained significant insight into existence.[2] (3) The pivotal moment in the Buddha's life when he attained supreme understanding, which he encouraged others to pursue.[3]
From: The Catu-Bhanavara-Pali (critical study)
(1) The Buddha's Enlightenment marks the moment when Siddhartha Gautama achieved a profound understanding of the nature of existence.[4] (2) The state reached by the Buddha upon understanding the nature of suffering and its cessation, leading to his teachings.[5]
From: Introducing Buddhist Abhidhamma
(1) The state attained by the Buddha that revealed the nature of existence and the path to liberation.[6] (2) The pivotal event during which the Buddha achieved enlightenment and intuitively acquired Abhidhamma, influencing his teachings.[7]
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) The state of realization and understanding attained by the Buddha, which occurred eight weeks before the events being described.[8]
From: Guide to Tipitaka
(1) A pivotal moment when the Buddha gained insight and clarity, prompting him to speak his first words.[9]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The profound realization attained by Siddhartha Gautama, which marked his transition into the Buddha after overcoming all conflicting emotions.[10] (2) The profound awakening experienced by the Buddha, during which he gained complete knowledge and understanding of his former abodes and the nature of suffering.[11] (3) The moment of realization where Shakyamuni Buddha comprehended the four holy truths and the aspects leading to definitive liberation from desires.[12]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) The ultimate state of understanding and realization achieved by the Buddha, which surpasses all human comprehension.[13] (2) The ultimate enlightenment achieved by Buddhas, which is equivalent to the fundamental enlightenment accessible to all.[14] (3) The fundamental understanding that is free from the distortions caused by false seeing and indicates a state of clear perception.[15]
From: Karandavyuha Sutra
(1) The ultimate realization and awakening of the Buddha, described in the Lalitavistara, occurring at Uruvela.[16]
From: Mahavastu (great story)
(1) The moment of awakening to the truth, marking the Buddha's liberation from ignorance and suffering.[17]
From: The Great Chariot
(1) The state of complete understanding and realization achieved by Buddhas, which signifies the highest attainment on the spiritual path.[18]
From: The Fo-Sho-Hing-Tsan-King (A Life of Buddha)
(1) The moment of profound understanding and awakening experienced by Buddha, as described in verse 1166.[19]
The concept of Buddha's enlightenment in local and regional sources
Buddha's enlightenment signifies Siddhartha's profound transformation into the Buddha, marked by complete understanding and liberation under the Bodhi tree, fundamentally shaping his teachings and celebrated through various poya days in Buddhist tradition.
From: Buddhist Ceremonies and Rituals of Sri Lanka
(1) The moment when Siddhartha attained Buddhahood, a significant event commemorated by many poya days.[20] (2) The spiritual awakening attained by the Buddha while meditating under the Bodhi-tree in Bodhgaya, which is central to Buddhist beliefs and practices.[21]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Refers to the state attained by the Buddha, representing spiritual awakening and the foundation of Buddhist teachings.[22]
From: Buddhist records of the Western world (Xuanzang)
(1) The moment when the historical Buddha achieved complete understanding and awareness, an event that transformed his life and teachings.[23] (2) The moment when Buddha achieved complete understanding and liberation, impacting his teachings and the direction of his life.[24]