Buddhism originates in the teachings of Shakyamuni ( Gautama Siddartha), who was born in Nepal some 2,500 years ago. He renounced his princely status and embarked on a spiritual quest to understand how human suffering could be overcome. Shakyamuni then traveled widely throughout the Indian subcontinent sharing his enlightened wisdom, promoting peace and teaching people how to unleash the great potential of their lives. His teachings were recorded by his disciples in the form of sutras and spread throughout Asia, giving rise to a number of distinct schools of Buddhism, generally characterized by an emphasis on peace and compassion.

Artist: Phuba Lama

Size: 44.25” x 30.5″