This narrative draws on the Nidanakatha of the Jataka tales of the Theravada, which is ascribed to Buddhaghosa in the 5th century CE. Earlier biographies such as the Buddhacarita, the Lokottaravadin Mahavastu, and the Sarvastivadin Lalitavistara Sutra, give different accounts. Scholars are hesitant to make unqualified claims about the historical facts of the Buddha's life. Most accept that he lived, taught and founded a monastic order, but do not consistently accept all of the details contained in his biographies.
Most accept that Buddha lived and taught in what type of order?
monastic