Both were visited by wise men who brought them gifts.
Both were presented in the temple.
The aged Simeon of the one account corresponds to the aged Asita of the other.
As “the child (Jesus) grew and waxed strong in spirit,” so “the child (Sakay-Muni) waxed and increased in strength.”
Both in childhood discoursed before teachers.
Both fasted in the wilderness.
Both were tempted.
Angels or devatas ministered to each.
Buddha bathed in the Narajana, and Christ was baptized in the Jordan.
The mission of each was proclaimed by a voice from heaven.