2004 AP World History DBQ on Buddhism

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which isn't fond of foreign ideas. Since Buddhism is foreign, they see it as evil. Document 5 shows the negative attitude through a defensive tone, comparing it to Confucianism and Daoism in that they all promote an orderly society. It is written by a Buddhist scholar who is biased because he likes Buddhism and would like to convince the government that it is not so different from the other religions.
One document that I would need to evaluate the extent of Buddhism in China is a chart that displays converts to Buddhism during the period of disunity through the period of unity. This would show how Buddhism became disliked over time. Another document I would like is from a Buddhist peasant during the unity period to show how Buddhists were treated during this time.
Buddhism was seen a good thing during the time of disunity. It provided comfort for the people and the government in a sinful time. During unity, Buddhism was seen as foreign and a threat to the stable ...

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