The Buddha’s mother was the wife of a leading figure in a small state known by its tribal name, Śākya. It was a kind of oligarchic republic that was situated on the border of modern day India ...

According to Buddhist mythology, the Buddha himself took seven steps immediately ... recognizing his beloved mother, who was by his side every step of the way. Jack Milko is a golf staff writer ...

Siddhartha was born in Lumbini, Nepal. He was born into a privileged family, who were considered a ruling family. Birth - Buddhist teachings say that his mother, Queen Maya, had a dream ...