Maitreya Buddha - Maitreya, In Buddhism, The Future Buddha, A Buddha Who Will Be Reborn In A Period Of Decline To Renew The Doctrine Of The Founder Of Buddhism, The Buddha. Maitreya Is Believed To Be A Bodhisattva, One Who Refuses Entry Into Nirvana, A Transcendent State Free From Suffering, Out Of A Compassionate Desire To Help Others. Photo