A Study of the Temporal and Geographical Characteristics of Chinese Buddhist Temples with Maitreya as the Theme
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: As an important element of early Buddhist culture, Maitreya had a significant impact on the evolution of Chinese Buddhist architectural forms. This paper combs and categorises the Buddhist temples directly related to Maitreya as objects of study. Utilizing statistical and archaeological methods, this study systematically examines temple chronicles, county gazetteers, and related historical documents. Through data analysis, it investigates the spatiotemporal distribution patterns of Buddhist temples to construct a chronological and geographical framework for Maitreya-themed temples.
Author: <p>Xiaofeng Zhao<sup>1</sup>, Ziyang Li<sup>1</sup></p>
Language: English
Topic: Indian and Buddhist Studies
Subfield: Religious studies
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4413060496