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| The rise of Buddihsm during Asuka and Nara period (6-8 c.): In the mid-6th century, the kingdom of Backje on the southeastern coast of Korean peninsula presented official gifts of Buddhist nature to the reigning Japanese Emperor Kinmei (b. A.D 510 - d. 571). According to historical sources, the gifts included a gilt bronze Sakyamuni statue, sutras and accompanying commentaries, as well as banners unknown to Japan prior to that date. This mark the official introduction of Buddhism into Japan. Upon arrival, Buddhism was first adopted by the House of Soga before being officially acknowledged by the imperial court, after which widespread temple construction and icon production began. Backje had send craftsmen and engineers related to Buddhist art and architecture, such as sculptors and carpenters in 577, the more carpenters, metal-casting craftsmen, roof tile makers, and painters in 588. Japanese culture made a remarkable progress with the adoption of Buddhism. So much that in the Nara period (710-794) Japan already had the appropriate technology and power to commission the casting of the Great Buddha as a national undertaking at the state temple of Toodaiji. | 1/15/06 12:25 PM | Order |
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