week 4 Billy Waller

 

How did Buddhism find its way to China? Why do you think this outside belief was so readily accepted into Chinese society? How was Buddhism integrated into China?

Buddhism made its way to China by Monks from India and Ancient Asia. Buddhism was accepted widely and quickly throughout China. The religion made is way in at a time devastation from war, and political changes shortly after the Fall of the Han Dynasty. 

Buddhism was accepted so easily because it offered and alternative to other religions that had a hell. Buddhism was based on mercy, and helping all people. So even if one made a mistake, they were not damned to hell, or guaranteed and terrible re birth. And by simple worship, it was hope that ones request would be granted. 

Buddhism became so prevalent in China, That it started to play a role in Politics. Kings would sponsor Temples, or employ Monks as advisors

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