Lord Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, was born into the Sakya clan. He was a prince in the Sakya kingdom, which was situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, in what is now modern-day Nepal. The Sakya kingdom was a small yet prosperous region during his time.
Siddhartha's birth and early life were surrounded by luxury and comfort, but he soon became disillusioned with the realities of life after encountering the suffering of old age, illness, and death. This led him to renounce his royal life and embark on a quest for enlightenment. His journey ultimately led to his spiritual awakening, and he became the Buddha, the Enlightened One.
Buddha’s teachings, which focused on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, continue to form the foundation of Buddhism, influencing millions of people around the world in their search for peace, compassion, and enlightenment.