The Trends of South Chungcheong Buddhism in Japanese colonial era and the Infiltration of Japanese Buddhism

Key Points

• To analyze the trends of Buddhism in South Chungcheong during the Japanese colonial era and the infiltration of Japanese Buddhism.
• Divided the study into three periods: Temple Regulations and Buddhism Reform (1910-1919), Buddhist Autonomy and Order Establishment Movement (1919-1935), and Construction of the Main Temple and Establishment of Jogye Order (1935-1945).
• Utilized the 'Governor-General of Korea Bulletin' to assess the specifics of Japanese Buddhist missionary activities in the region.
• Examined the impact of the temple regulations on Korean Buddhism's administrative control by the Japanese.
• Identified limitations on the active participation of the Chungnam Buddhism community due to the region's historical focus on Confucianism and its unique circumstances.
• Outlined the characteristics of Buddhism in Chungcheong during the Japanese occupation, providing insights into its resistance and adaptability.