The spread of Buddhism and Hinduism influenced global religious traditions from "summary" of South Asia in World History by Marc Jason Gilbert
The transmission of Buddhism and Hinduism from South Asia to other parts of the world played a significant role in shaping global religious traditions. These two major belief systems originated in the Indian subcontinent and gradually spread to various regions through trade, migration, and missionary activities. As they traveled beyond their place of origin, Buddhism and Hinduism interacted with local cultures and belief systems, leading to the emergence of new religious practices and beliefs. The spread of Buddhism was particularly influential in East and Southeast Asia, where it merged with existing spiritual traditions to form unique syncretic belief systems. In China, for example, Buddhism blended with Confucianism and Daoism to create a distinct religious landscape. Similarly, in Japan, Buddhism coexisted with Shintoism, resulting in a complex tapestry of religious practices and beliefs. The spread of Buddhism also had a profound impact on the development of art, architecture, and literature in these regions, contributing to the enrichme...
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