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The founder Siddhartha Gautama

a wandering and ascetic and religious teacher

lived in South Asia during the 6th or 5th century

born in Lumbini in what is now Nepal

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originated in the Indian sub-continent in the 5th century.

Buddhism founded in the north Eastern region of India what is now Nepal.

Nepal is based on the teachings of Siddhartha, The Buddha , or the enlightened.

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What is the estimated year of Buddhism? 

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What is the estimated year of Buddhism? 

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The modern dates of the Buddha has been estimated between c. 563-c. 483 BCE

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Is the religion monotheistic, polytheistic, or atheistic? Name the god(s).

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Is the religion monotheistic, polytheistic, or atheistic? Name the god(s).

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The religion Buddhism is neither monotheistic or polytheistic

The reason to this is because the religion does not focus on the worship of deity ( god or goddess)

There is no god of creation

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Are there any sacred texts for the religion? If so, what are they?

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Are there any sacred texts for the religion? If so, what are they?

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Yes, there are sacred texts of this religion. The main/important one is called the "Tripitaka"

This is a Sanskrit word that means "Triple Basket"

They are broken down into three sections known as baskets

It includes the Vinaya Pitaka, Sutta Pitaka, and the Adhidhamma Pitaka

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What are the core beliefs of the religion?

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What are the core beliefs of the religion?

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The basic beliefs of Buddhism are the Four Noble Truths

It teaches that life is suffering, suffering that causes desire and attachment and that suffering can be ended by following the Eight Fold Path.

Eight Fold Path - teaches finding the "right" way in all things