In some traditions, Vishnu's ninth incarnation is Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. He is depicted as a teacher guiding humanity toward peace and enlightenment. Key Value: Non-violence, compassion ...

In India, this day is declared as a gazetted holiday in several states. In the northern regions of the country, Lord Buddha is believed to be the 9th avatar of Lord Vishnu (after Sri Krishna who is ...

Gradually, the Buddha came to seen as a social reformer who challenged the authority of the Brahman priests and Vedic Hinduism based on rituals and sacrifices. The Christian missionaries started ...

Deccan – Plateau in South Central India. Dharma – Duty (Hinduism); righteousness (Jainism); teachings of Buddha (Buddhism). Digambara– A sect belonging to the Jain religion known as ‘sky ...

Sri Lanka’s largest and best-preserved cave temple, the temple features 153 Buddha statues, three ancient kings, and four other figures, including Vishnu and Ganesh. The ceiling and walls, repainted ...

The CM said Lord Buddha is an incarnation of God Vishnu, is revered, and this is a matter of pride for India. Buddha’s thoughts are the foundation for cultural and spiritual unity among Asian ...