Jataka Stories are ancient Buddhist tales depicting the previous lives of Siddhartha Gautama before he became Gautama Buddha. In these narratives, he appears as a Bodhisattva, an enlightened being destined for Buddhahood. The stories, numbering 547, showcase his selflessness, compassion, and moral virtues across various forms, from humans and animals to celestial beings. They serve as valuable teachings, inspiring followers to cultivate virtues and attain enlightenment for the benefit of all sentient beings.
