According to the traditional account, this event took place in India beneath a fig tree (the Bodhi tree). After the enlightenment, the Buddha began to spread his teaching. This teaching, based on the causes of suffering and the path to liberation from it, in time became a major religion that spread throughout Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Enlightenment of the Buddha?
- The enlightenment of the Buddha marks, according to the Buddhist tradition, the moment when Siddhartha Gautama grasped the truth as a result of a long search and deep meditation.
- When did Enlightenment of the Buddha happen?
- 528 BCE
- Where did Enlightenment of the Buddha take place?
- Bodh Gaya, Hindistan