Gautama Siddhartha, also known as Buddha, was an enlightened being and the founder of Buddhism. Throughout history, many synonyms have been used to refer to him, reflecting the different cultural and linguistic contexts in which he is revered. In Sanskrit, he is commonly referred to as Shakyamuni, meaning "sage of the Shakya clan." In Tibetan, he is known as Sangye, which translates to "awakened one." In Chinese, the name used for him is Fo or Fu, and in Japanese, he is called Buddha or Butsu. Regardless of the name or title used, Gautama Siddhartha's teachings continue to inspire millions of people around the world to seek inner peace and enlightenment.