Ancient History Quiz: Gautam Buddha

Buddha's Enlightenment

• Buddha attained enlightenment at Bodh Gaya.
• Bodh Gaya is located in the state of Bihar, India.
• Known as Gautama Buddha, he founded Buddhism.
• After gaining enlightenment, Buddha delivered his first sermon in Sarnath.
• This event is referred to as "Dharmachakrapravartana."
• Gautama Buddha was born in 563 BCE in Lumbini (Kapilavastu), Nepal.
• He passed away (Mahaparinirvana) in 483 BCE in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh.

Father of Surgery

• Sushruta is recognized as the father of surgery.
• He is credited with the "Sushruta Samhita," a foundational text on surgery and medicine.
• His teacher was the sage Dhanvantari.
• Sushruta made significant contributions to surgery as well as Ayurveda.
• He is regarded as one of the greatest surgeons of ancient times.
• Charaka, another prominent figure, is associated with Ayurveda and authored the "Charaka Samhita."

Abhaya Mudra in Buddhism

• In Buddhism, "Abhaya Mudra" signifies fearlessness or bravery.
• It is one of the oldest mudras, symbolizing a sense of security.
• In the Abhaya Mudra, the right hand is raised upward with the palm facing outward.

Teachings Compilation

• The Vinaya and Suttapitaka are compilations of the teachings of Gautama Buddha.