Tuesday, September 29, 2009

How did Hinduism and Buddhism spread to Southeast Asia?

HINDUISM
Hinduism came to Southeast Asia around 1st century CE. It is believed that Hindu priests from India were invited to the courts of ancient Southeast Asian rulers to teach Indian culture.

BUDDHISM
Buddhism came to Southeast Asia c. 300 CE. It was borught by Indian and Chinese traders as well as the Buddhist missionaries who travelled with them.

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