Did Gautama Buddha walked seven steps when he was born?

The Pali literature was written by the Buddhist monks themselves, and they have written many incredible stories about the miracles of Buddha to lure the people in his fold. read more

The walking of 7 steps at the time of birth is also such an attempt to make people believe that Buddha was extraordinary miraculous person, and people should leave hindu religion and follow him. The mention of the four Brahmas and Indra in this context is also the same. read more

However, if he were to leave the household he would become a Buddha. When the time for the birth grew near, Queen Maya wished to travel from Kapilavatthu, the King’s capital, to her childhood home, Devadaha, to give birth. read more

Therefore human evolution is a seven step journey in yogic traditions of India. Buddha was born in India/Nepal steeped in spiritual/yogic traditions. Walking seven steps is a metaphor which implies enlightenment (Nirvana) as the destiny of the boy. read more