INTRODUCTION OF BUDDHISM INTO CHINA
Keywords:
China, Buddhism, monk, Tang San Zhang, Cai Yin, Emperor Ming, Three Kingdoms period, Fa Xian, Yudian, the Eastern Jin DynastyAbstract
The introduction of Buddhism in China was a significant turning point in the country's religious and cultural history. Buddhism, originating from India, entered China during the Han Dynasty in the 1st century CE through the Silk Road trade route. Initially, Buddhism faced opposition from Confucianism and Daoism, the dominant belief systems at the time. However, Buddhist teachings gradually found resonance among the Chinese people due to their emphasis on compassion, inner peace, and the pursuit of enlightenment. As Buddhism spread, it amalgamated with indigenous beliefs, giving rise to unique Chinese Buddhist traditions. This transformative process shaped China’s spiritual landscape for centuries to come.
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