Question

How did Buddhism most likely reach China?

ancient manuscripts
an emperor’s dream
missionaries on the Silk Road
Indian sailors from trading ships

Answer 1

Buddhism most likely reached China primarily through **missionaries on the Silk Road**. The Silk Road was a network of trade routes that connected China with the West, facilitating not only the exchange of goods but also cultural and religious ideas. Indian missionaries, along with traders and travelers, played a significant role in introducing Buddhism to China during the Han dynasty, around the 1st century CE. Over time, Buddhism adapted to Chinese culture and customs, leading to the development of unique Chinese Buddhist schools.