Buddhism Essay
Southeast Asia Religion Essay Jared Lawlor religionfacts.com Buddhism was founded over 2,500 years ago by an Indian prince by the name of Siddharta Gautama. The story is that on a journey, Gautama saw much suffering throughout the world. He set out to seek enlightenment and peace. He decided to sit under a tree and not move until he achieved enlightenment. After a few days, he arose as what is known as the Buddha - meaning "enlightened one."