Soon Japan sent missions to China to develop good relations and to bring back Chinese literature and philosophy. This adaptation of Chinese culture continued uninterrupted through the 18th century, helping guide Japan to further development and growth. ...
The Brahmanas were also created around this time period and contain a guide for rituals for priests as well as the old myths that are behind each of the rituals. ... The original stages of life were the chaste student, the householder, and the forest-dweller and they held three debts; the study of the Vedas, a son, and a sacrifice to the gods. ...
Buddhism today is a widely practiced religion throughout the world. The religion has developed throughout several thousands years and has been adopted by several countries, including China. It originally began around 565 B.C. with the legend of King Shuddhodana Guatama of Kapila and his queen Maya...
