Buddhism in Sipsongpanna, Yunnan China

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Phramaha Suwei Yingdabanruo, et al.

Abstract

Buddhism has been disseminated to Sipsongpanna, Yunnan Province, for thousands
of years. Theravāda Buddhism began its spread through Mueang Luang and Ban Hua Luang,
with significant centers at Wat Ban Kong Hang and Phra That Pu Lan. These reflect beliefs
and cultural arts influenced by India and Myanmar, as well as the influence from Wat Pa
Daeng and Wat Suan Dok in Chiang Mai.
In the past, King Tilokkarat sent the Lanna-script Tripitaka to Sipsongpanna,
strengthening cultural ties with Lanna, Kengtung, and Mueang Yong. The revival of Buddhism
occurred in later periods through ordination ceremonies, the restoration of abandoned
temples, such as Wat Pa Chet by Chao Saeng Mueang, and the establishment of monastic
schools (Pariyatti Dhamma schools).
These schools collaborated both domestically and internationally, such as by
sending monks and novices to further their studies in Thailand and abroad, enhancing the
capacity of Buddhism on a global level. Wat Pa Chet has thus become a significant center in
Sipsongpanna and a symbol of religious and cultural revival in the region.

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Phramaha Suwei Yingdabanruo, et al. (2024). Buddhism in Sipsongpanna, Yunnan China. Buddhism in Mekong Region Journal, 7(2), 176–182. retrieved from https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/bmrj/article/view/280543
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