THE INFLUENCE OF BUDDHIST ON THE FORMATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF SHAOLIN CULTURE

The localization and development of Buddhism in China owe much to the efforts contributions eminent Indian monks such as Bodhidharma propagating Buddhism. Within at Shaolin Temple, complex theoretical doctrines strict disciplines gradually faded away, giving rise a unique Zen culture. emphasis on physical practice cultivation both internal external aspects aligns well with philosophy Kungfu, ultimately forming distinctive system Kungfu. integration medicine concept from traditional Chinese resulted framework treatment methods medicine. Moreover, influence Buddhist culture extends temple culture, pagoda forest stone inscription Temple. methodological approach this research is qualitative techniques historical analytical method. main objective understand formation Keywords: Buddhism; culture; Chan (Zen) Kungfu Medical