Theravāda and Mahāyāna Perspectives on Lumbini: A Comparative Historical and Archaeological Study

Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha in present-day Nepal, is recognized as a shared Buddhist heritage site by both Theravāda and Mahāyāna traditions, despite their differing doctrinal interpretations. Archaeological evidence, including the Aśokan pillar inscription and marker stones, supports Lumbini's historical authenticity as the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama. This comparative study analyzes Pali Canonical texts, Sanskrit literature, and archaeological reports to demonstrate that both traditions deeply respect Lumbini as a symbol of unity, pilgrimage, and spiritual value for Buddhists worldwide.

Vinaya & Prof. Dr. Saw Htut Sandar. (2026). THERAVĀDA AND MAHĀYĀNA PERSPECTIVES ON LUMBINI: A COMPARATIVE HISTORICAL AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL STUDY. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/ZENODO.20120014