The Buddhism is a religious and philosophical doctrine started by Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha. Born in the sixth century BC in southern Nepal, in Kapilavastu, and according to Buddhist legends tell, was a prince of the nobility who enjoyed power, wealth and youth. Once, an old man appeared to him, a patient and a corpse, they did reflect visions. Buddha realized that his wealth and power would not avoid his old age, pain and death, and then chose to waive their welfare became a beggar and began to meditate. He studied philosophy first Hindu Brahmins, and then spent six years in the jungles of Uruvela, where he did penance and meditation. After that time preached a new morality based on love, charity and tolerance. His creed was spread throughout the Far East and, now, more than 350 million people professing the faith.
The five rules made by their followers are as follows : Do not harm a living being, no stealing, no adultery, no lying and no intoxication.