What is Buddhism? -Basics 3- What did the Buddha realize? How did he achieve enlightenment?

    As previously mentioned, the Buddha delved deeply into his inner world, ultimately achieving a profound understanding of the fundamental nature of existence. Central to Buddhism is the belief that the vast universe perceived externally is, in fact, a reflection of the world within us.

Understanding this core premise is essential to grasping the essence of Buddhism. In the Hollywood movie "Matrix," individuals trapped in capsules receive sensory signals from a sophisticated computer, creating the illusion of a tangible reality. Similarly, our perception of starlight, daily experiences, and sensory stimuli is interpreted by our consciousness, whether they originate externally or internally.

Even within the realm of physics, which was historically dominated by a materialistic worldview, it has become evident that the observation of elementary particles by human consciousness profoundly influences their state. This phenomenon, known as the "quantum observation problem," has puzzled researchers since the early 20th century. In the 21st century, it was confirmed that a state of the quantum, which is the basis of all matter, can only be determined by selecting from a myriad of possible coexisting states, and this principle is the basis of today's quantum computing.

Although the exact mechanism has not yet been elucidated, the possibility that human consciousness may play some role in the process of determining a state from an infinite number of coexisting quantum states suggests that the state of the material world, including elementary particles, is not objectively determined from the beginning. As a result, the very idea of the existence of an objective world that has been determined from the beginning is now being forced to reconsider.

Moreover, contemporary cosmology posits that human existence significantly shapes the universe's configuration. Contrary to the conventional view of humans as insignificant in the vastness of the cosmos, current cosmological theories propose an infinite multiverse, with each moment branching into myriad possibilities. The anthropic principle suggests that the existence of any particular universe is contingent upon the presence of human beings.

While delving into physics is beyond the scope of this discussion on Buddhism, these insights underscore the remarkable proximity between Buddhist philosophy and scientific understanding. Interested readers can explore further through books and online resources on quantum mechanics and cosmology to verify the assertions made here.

   In summary, Buddha's enlightenment is born out of a deep exploration of the inner world, and by clarifying the inseparable relationship between consciousness and reality, the core tenet of Buddhist doctrine was formed.

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