Bihar - Buddhist Centers

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What is the significance of Bodh Gaya in Buddhism?
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Bodh Gaya is the place where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment and became the Buddha.
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Which famous Buddhist monastery is located in Nalanda, Bihar?
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Nalanda was home to Nalanda University, an ancient center for higher learning and Buddhist studies.
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What role did Vaishali play in the history of Buddhism?
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Vaishali is notable for being the location of the Buddha's second sermon and the place where he announced his impending death.
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Which event marked the transformation of Siddhartha Gautama into the Buddha?
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The event was his enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree at Bodh Gaya.
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What was the role of the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya for Buddhist pilgrims?
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The Mahabodhi Temple is a significant pilgrimage site and a UNESCO World Heritage site, marking the spot of the Buddha's enlightenment.
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In which century did Nalanda University reach its zenith?
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Nalanda University peaked during the 5th to 12th centuries CE.
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How did Buddhism first spread from Bihar?
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Buddhism spread from Bihar through the teachings and missions of the Buddha and his disciples to various parts of India and beyond.
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What is the importance of the Ashokan Pillar at Vaishali?
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The Ashokan Pillar at Vaishali marks one of the important places where the Buddha preached and symbolizes Ashoka's support for Buddhism.
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Who was Ashoka in the context of Bihar's Buddhist history?
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Ashoka was a Mauryan emperor known for his conversion to Buddhism and support of Buddhism in Bihar.
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What was the contribution of the Gupta Dynasty to Bihar's Buddhist centers?
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The Gupta Dynasty significantly supported Buddhism, resulting in the rapid expansion of institutions like Nalanda University.
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How is Rajgir significant to Buddhism?
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Rajgir is significant for its association with Buddha, who spent several years here and delivered important sermons.
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What architectural features characterize the Mahabodhi Temple?
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The temple features an elegant spire, an adjacent lotus pond, and retains original brickwork indicative of ancient Indian architecture.
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What was the main focus of study at Nalanda University?
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The primary focus was Buddhist scriptures and philosophies, alongside other subjects such as logic, medicine, and the arts.
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Which ancient Buddhist text refers to the events in Bihar’s Buddhist centers?
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The Jataka tales and other Buddhist canons reference events in regions like Bodh Gaya and Vaishali.
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How does Bodh Gaya contribute to contemporary Buddhism?
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Bodh Gaya remains a vital pilgrimage site, symbolizing enlightenment, with annual gatherings of Buddhists for meditation and worship.
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