was brought to China by Buddhist monks from India during the latter part of the Han dynasty (ca. 150 CE) and took over a century to become assimilated into Chinese culture. ... Over time Buddhism became a popular force in the lives of the Chinese, from the common people to the emperor himself.
Explanation:
The early centuries. The Buddhism that first became popular in China during the Han dynasty was deeply coloured with magical practices, making it compatible with popular Chinese Taoism (a combination of folk beliefs and practices and philosophy). ... Many Chinese emperors worshiped Lao-tzu and the Buddha on the same altar.
