Synopsis The life of Gautam Buddha is as fascinating and inspiring as those of Shri Rama and Krishna. Moreover, the Buddha has been a historical figure in greatness, like the highest peak of the Himalayas, he is second to none. That is why he has been regarded as the ninth incarnation of Lord Vishnu after Shri Rama and Krishna. The advent of the Buddha is one of the most momentous events of human history and civilization. His life and work show to what sublime heights human compassion, thoughts and feelings can rise. What the enlightened one practised and preached is a proud possession of our common ancient heritage. The Sakyamuni showed us the path going to liberation and nirvana. He taught us how to transcend the relatives, the limits of time and space and become immortal.