#1479 - How Gautama Became A Buddha
5/1/20264 min
Gautama Buddha’s intense seeking led him on an extreme path which nearly destroyed his physical body. Illustrated through striking visuals, Sadhguru narrates the story of Gautama Buddha’s intense sadhana, which culminated in his Enlightenment.
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[Soft music] Gautama went to every known master of the time. He was intellectually so brilliant and his longing so great, if he went to a place what normally somebody would pick it up in years, he would do it in weeks. There are eight types of samadhis, he achieved all eight of them, but still he knew this is not fullness of life. Still longing. When nothing else worked, he took to an extreme path which is called as Samanas. One of the most basic aspects of their life is they never ask for food. Just keep walking, walking, walking, walking. Gautama took the path so severely that he didn't walk in the direction as to where food is. He simply walked straight. In the process, he destroyed his body so badly. His body became so weak. He became all skin and bones because he did not go in search of food. Unless it came to him, he never ate. One day, he came to the banks of Niranjana. This is a small stream, just about two feet, flowing little swiftly.