By the beginning of the 1st century A.D., Buddhism made its way into China from India, sparking a sharp struggle with the dominant religion of Taoism. Despite being more reactionary, Buddhism played a progressive role in Chinese medicine by introducing valuable elements from ancient Indian healing practices. The Buddhist religion viewed medicine as a powerful tool to attract followers, claiming to hold the true 'secrets of banishing disease and prolonging life'. This led to significant advancements in Chinese medicine, with Buddhist monks translating Indian medical texts into Chinese, enriching the existing medical literature. The infusion of Buddhist principles into Chinese medicine marked a transformative period in the history of healing practices in China. […]
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