Brothers By Another Mother? Although Buddha and Jesus are separated by 600 years and by about 3000 miles their stories and teachings have many similarities. There are many similarities between the mythical elements of Jesus and Buddha. Here are just a few of the most striking ones: Conceived in a miraculous manner. Similar names of mother. (Maya for Buddha, Mary for Jesus) Was a bit of a child prodigy. Underwent a long period of fasting while traveling alone. Tempted by, but