KANISHKA – PATRON OF BUDDHISM
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This article discusses the contribution of King Kanishka to the spread of Buddhism during his reign in the Kushan Empire. Kanishka succeeded in promoting Buddhism not only in his own territory but also as the official religion throughout Central Asia and China. His convening of the Buddhist Council, the official recognition of Mahayana Buddhism, as well as the systematization and dissemination of the teachings of Buddha, ensured Buddhism's transformation into a global religious movement. Kanishka's religious policy also had a significant impact on the development of Buddhist art and culture, particularly influencing scholarly activities in Termez and other central regions. Great authors such as Ashvagosa, who lived in his court, made substantial contributions to promoting Buddhism through literature, art, and philosophy. Under Kanishka's patronage, the global spread and formation of Buddhism enriched it with new philosophical concepts as a religion.
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