Gotama: AI Chat with Buddha

NOT YOUR TYPICAL AI CHAT OR MEDITATION APP
Designed for anyone who wants to try the simple, ancient teachings of the historical Buddha directly and see for themselves, this is an interactive chat experience with the Atthakavagga, a collection of 16 chapters that many scholars consider Buddha's earliest teachings.

Experience ancient Buddhist wisdom for modern life. Gotama lets you chat with teachings rooted in the earliest verses of the Buddha to find clarity, reduce stress, and cultivate equanimity.

These verses were memorized by new monks and passed down for 2,500 years. They are shared roots of all Buddhist traditions such as the Theravada and Mahayana schools.

Often recommended to advanced students by modern teachers like Joseph Goldstein, Bhikkhu Analayo, and Gil Fronsdal, these verses are direct and challenging.

Here we encounter Buddhism in a stark, simple form that may at first appear unfamiliar. There are no lists. The Buddha is still called by his family name Gotama, and he provides a striking first-person account of his decision to leave home.

In sharp, vivid words, again and again, he points to the peace that comes from letting go.

Great care has been taken to balance authenticity with accessibility. With consultation of the modern scholarship, the AI is deeply rooted in the original Pali language text with instructions to ensure translations meet people where they are and can be understood by anyone without a background in Buddhism.

What you can do:
- Chat for clarity: Ask life questions and get grounded, non-dogmatic guidance.
- Practice mindfulness: Meditate and set mindful bell reminders to pause and breathe.
- Build equanimity: Learn to respond wisely to desire, conflict, and loss.
- Learn by doing: Short, practical prompts for daily practice.
- Rooted in history: Inspired by the Atthakavagga—possibly the earliest recorded teachings.

Who it’s for:
- Anyone navigating stress, anxiety, or big decisions.
- Students of Buddhism, mindfulness and meditation.
- Curious minds exploring ancient philosophy and practical wisdom.

Why Gotama:
- Timeless insight, modern conversation.
- No prior Buddhist knowledge required.
- Calm, concise, and practice-oriented.

We offer a paid subscription after a number of free messages to offset LLM costs. If you are a teacher or cannot afford a subscription, please email us at hello@gotama.ai and we will provide a scholarship if possible.

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