When did Buddhism first spread to China?

The introduction and development of Buddhism was about the time of the Han Dynasty, and Buddhism began to be introduced into the Han Dynasty (around A.D.).

Buddhism was introduced into China from ancient India, and after a long period of spread and development, China Buddhism with China national characteristics was formed. Due to the differences in time, mode, region, national culture and social and historical background, China Buddhism has formed three major schools: Han Buddhism (Chinese school), Tibetan Buddhism (Tibetan school) and Yunnan Tibetan Buddhism (Pali school).

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The role of Buddhism in China;

The spread of Buddhist culture attaches importance to integration into local civilization. The Buddha fully considered the differences in different regions, so he taught his disciples to respect the customs and habits of different regions: "Although I made it, I think it is not pure for others, so it is not applicable.

Secondly, Buddhist culture plays an important social function. Buddhist temples have played multiple roles in history, such as academic institutions, educational places, charities, libraries and cultural centers. Buddhist classics have been systematically and meticulously translated and properly preserved, and their ideas have been fully exchanged and disseminated. Monks have become the inheritors and disseminators of knowledge and culture.

Third, Buddhism has created outstanding cultural achievements. Buddhism has a long tradition in logic, language, technology and medicine, and has made great achievements in philosophy, literature, painting, sculpture, architecture, music and astronomy, leaving an incomparably rich spiritual wealth and cultural heritage for future generations.

In addition, Buddhist culture can also promote regional peace and friendship. When other religions are often caught in religious wars or sectarian conflicts, Buddhists can often carry forward the spirit of compassion and tolerance and devote themselves to eliminating mutual hostility.

References:

History of Buddhism in China-Baidu Encyclopedia