Today, May 1, is Buddha Purnima. Although the term “Buddha” is usually synonymous with Gautama Buddha, there have been thousands of Buddhas on the planet and there still are. 

The word “Buddha” literally means one who is above the intellect. Once you are above the intellect, you are beyond suffering. Buddha Purnima is a reminder that it is possible for every human being to go beyond suffering. You do not have to know any scriptures or sit on top of the Himalayas to get there. The only qualification is willingness. What is within you can never be denied to you; if you are willing, it is always available. 

A Man Blossoms Into A Being

After almost eight years of body-breaking efforts, Gautama had become very weak. For four years, he had been a Samana. The main sadhana for a Samana was to walk and never seek food. Just walking and fasting. This destroyed his body almost to the point of death.

At this time, he........

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