Buddhism first entered China during the Eastern Han and was first mentioned in 65 AD. Liu Ying (d. 71 AD), a half-brother to Emperor Ming of Han (r. 57–75 AD), was one of its earliest Chinese adherents, although Chinese Buddhism at this point was heavily associated with Huang-Lao Daoism. China's first known Buddhist temple, the White Horse Temple, was erected during Ming's reign. Important Buddhist canons were translated into Chinese during the 2nd century AD, including the Sutra of Forty-two Chapters, Perfection of Wisdom, Shurangama Sutra, and Pratyutpanna Sutra. COUNT 5
QSN1 During was era did Buddhism first appear in the region? ANS1 Eastern Han QSN2 When did Emperor Ming of Han's reign end? ANS2 75 AD QSN3 What philosophical practice did Liu Ying believe in? ANS3 Buddhism QSN4 What is believed to be the first Buddhist temple in this area? ANS4 the White Horse Temple QSN5 During which century were important Buddhist notions translated to Chinese? ANS5 2nd century AD