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November 20, 2025ReligionsOpen Access

Recontextualizing Nanyang Buddhism Based on the Guangzhou Guangxiao Si

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YMYi MiaoMBMetteyya BeliatteYLYaoping LIU

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Qualitative analysis of cultural practices in urban communities shows adaptation of Buddhism's teachings, suggesting roles in cultural diplomacy and international relations.

Key Points

  • Urban communities adapt Buddhist practices to local values, highlighting cultural integration.
  • Textual analysis of Lankavatara Sutra and Avatamsaka Sutra supports findings from nine interviews.
  • Historical methodologies enriched the study of Nanyang Buddhism's evolution and cultural relevance.
  • Research implications indicate the Guangxiao Si's influence on spiritual identity and regional relationships.

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Miao et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6924f07ac0ce034ddc34fe28https://doi.org/10.3390/rel16111471
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