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Thailand sends Buddha relic back to China after 73-day enshrinement
Relic brought from China in December 2024, enshrined to commemorate His Majesty the King’s 6th-cycle or 72nd birthday ...
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How the CCP Co-opted an Ancient Buddhist Monk
The Chinese government venerates Kumarajiva not only for his contributions to Buddhism but also as a symbol of China’s ...
Public Radio International1d
What South America’s largest Buddhist temple says about the religion’s growing influence in Brazil
When it opened in 1992 on the outskirts of São Paulo, Brazil, the Zu Lai temple was the first of its kind in the region.
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China Economy
How a Valentine’s Day fad sparked a ‘gold rush’ in China Demand for gold jewellery spiked in China ahead of Valentine’s Day as consumers pivoted away from other luxury gifts. China central ...
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Happy birthday, Buddha: why the founder of Buddhism has various forms of celebrations around Asia
The birthday of the historical Buddha celebrates the birth of the child who became Prince Siddhartha around the end of the 4th century BC. This is a holy occasion for all Buddhists, but is ...
U.S. News & World Report6d
Jade Buddha Temple
One of the city's most popular attractions, the Jade Buddha Temple impresses visitors with its legion of statues. The temple was originally built to house two jade statues brought in from Burma.
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Trump as a giant Buddha: Sculptures are a hype on the internet
Donald Trump represented as Buddha, the mix is ​​somewhat surprising. When opposites attract, the result is the sculptures of ...
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China’s National Debt Clock: What’s the Current Figure (and What’s Included)?
Photo by Tanaphong Toochinda on Unsplash China does not include the debts of state-owned enterprises into its accounts. These businesses, which are controlled either by the central government or by ...