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Question: Buddhism in east Asia takes on many different flavors and characteristics depending on the area, culture, and history of that specific region. In this Unit, you are exploring a variety of cultures in east Asia including eastern India, southeast Asia (the area that includes Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, etc.), China, Korea, and Japan. Pick one country in this region to explore on how Buddhism specifically applies to that country and answer the following questions.
What country did you pick to investigate?
What is the history of Buddhism in that country? How/when did it arrive and through what means?
What is the nature of the Buddhist philosophy as applied in that country (Theraveda, Mayahana, or Vajrayana)?
How is Buddhism embedded in the culture of that country? Explore how other religions or preexisting beliefs interact with how Buddhism is practiced in this country.