I want to learn about BUDDHA
Go for it.
The internet is a great source of information.
You could also do it the old-fashioned way and get a few books on the topic.
Here are several sites that will give you information on this topic.
http://www.wsu.edu/~dee/BUDDHISM/SIDD.HTM
http://www.age-of-the-sage.org/buddhism/life_of_buddha.html
http://www.answers.com/topic/buddha
Yay! It's... Buddha!!
As a side note, the city I live in, Changhua, has the tallest Buddha statue in Southeast Asia.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid212/p59743fa32a14f850f050726022882c9c/ed53b435.jpg
When I first got here, people kept taking me there to see it.
While you're reading up on Buddha, feel free to post any questions you might have. I'm always craving religion questions on the board. I don't get a whole lot of them :)
Matt
I correct myself. It's not the tallest in SE Asia. I didn't think it was when I wrote that, but there was one site that said it was. I decided to investigate it further. Oh well...mistakes happen :)
It is 22 meters tall, though. So it's pretty impressive.
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Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, was the founder of Buddhism. If you want to learn more about Buddha, there are a few ways you can go about it.
1. Online sources: You can start by searching for websites that provide information about Buddha. Some reliable sources include The Washington State University website (http://www.wsu.edu/~dee/BUDDHISM/SIDD.HTM), Age of the Sage (http://www.age-of-the-sage.org/buddhism/life_of_buddha.html), and Answers.com (http://www.answers.com/topic/buddha).
2. Books: Another option is to read books about Buddha and Buddhism. You can visit your local library or bookstore and look for books that provide an overview of Buddha's life, teachings, and the philosophy of Buddhism. Some popular books on this topic include "Old Path White Clouds" by Thich Nhat Hanh and "Buddha: A Story of Enlightenment" by Deepak Chopra.
3. Visit religious centers or Buddhist temples: If you are interested in experiencing Buddhism firsthand, you could consider visiting a Buddhist temple or participating in Buddhist activities. This can give you a more immersive understanding of Buddha's teachings and the Buddhist way of life.
It's important to note that learning about any religious figure or philosophy requires an open mind and a willingness to explore different perspectives. Taking the time to study and understand Buddha and Buddhism can provide valuable insights into the teachings and principles that have guided millions of people around the world.