Why was Prince Shotoku's support for Buddhism important?

the era of Prince Shotoku in the early 7th century, a new constitution was prescribed for Japan based on the Chinese model. After the fall of Baekje (660 AD), the Yamato government sent envoys directly to the Chinese court, from which they obtained a great wealth of philosophical and social structure.

Answered by Moeazzie | 2024-06-10

Prince Shōtoku's support for Buddhism was pivotal in establishing it as a state religion in Japan during the early 7th century. His efforts helped unify Japan through a stronger centralized government based on Chinese models and provided a moral framework for governance. This also allowed Buddhism to coexist alongside Shinto, shaping Japan's cultural identity.
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Answered by Moeazzie | 2024-12-23