The Buddha's life is an example of liberation from suffering from "summary" of The Buddha and His Dhamma by Br Ambedkar
The life of the Buddha is a remarkable example of how one can attain liberation from suffering. Born as Prince Siddhartha Gautama, he lived a life of luxury and privilege in the royal palace. However, he became disillusioned with the superficial happiness and material wealth that surrounded him. He realized that suffering is an inherent part of life, and no amount of wealth or power could free him from it. This realization led him to renounce his princely status and embark on a spiritual quest to seek the ultimate truth. After years of meditation and contemplation, he attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya. The Buddha's enlightenment marked the end of his own suffering and paved the way for others to follow in his footsteps. The Buddha's teaching...
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