Nichiren's philosophy is rooted in the teachings of Shakyamuni
(Gautama Siddartha), the historical founder of Buddhism who lived
in India some 2,500 years ago.
Buddhism began with one person’s search for a solution to human
suffering. Shakyamuni (Gautama Sidartha), known as the Buddha, or
“awakened one,” lived around 2,500 years ago in India.