Buddha #5

This volume of Osamu Tezuka's epic manga biography of Siddhartha covers the period after the prince's enlightenment, as he delivers his first sermon at Deer Park and begins to gather his first disciples. The story follows the early formation of the Buddhist sangha, exploring the philosophical and personal struggles of those who seek to follow the new path. Tezuka's signature blend of historical drama, humanism, and expressive artwork continues to drive this classic retelling of the Buddha's life.