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Buddhist Art: History, Symbolism and Notable Examples ...Buddhism is an Indian religion and philosophical tradition based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, an Indian prince who lived in the 6th or 5th century BCE. Gautama, who is now known as the Buddha, is said to have discovered that human life is suffering after seeing people die and live in poverty. He sought enlightenment and is believed to have been the first person to achieve it. Buddhism is also known as Buddha Dharma and Dharmavinaya.