With reference to ancient India, Gautama Buddha was generally known by which of the following epithets ?
- 1. Nayaputta
- 2. Shakyamuni
- 3. Tathagata
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1 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
None of the above are epithets of Gautama Buddha
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2. Shakyamuni means “Sage of the Shakyas”. Gautama Buddha was born into the Shakya clan and is frequently referred to by this title, particularly in Mahayana Buddhism. This is a correct epithet.
3. Tathagata is a term used by Gautama Buddha when referring to himself. Its meaning is debated but broadly translates to “one who has thus come” or “one who has thus gone,” signifying one who has attained ultimate truth. It is one of the principal epithets of Buddha. This is a correct epithet.