This paper opens with oral literature and myths and legends, which are referenced for the analysis on the Taoist tea culture practiced in the area of the Wudang Mountains. Specifically, the second chapter examines records on the Qianlin tea tree found in Taoist...

Buddhist art is Xia Jing Shan’s lifelong mission, and his calligraphic works are also predominantly on Buddhist scriptures, insights he has attained on Buddhist studies, or cautionary words for people, and his efforts have become an energy that guides society towards...

This paper reflects on integrative issues resulting from religion, politics, and art through examining Iran’s ban on music. After the 1979 revolution in Iran, some music has been banned from public life, and Western music is particularly forbidden in the country. The...

In the 6th century, Indian Buddhist monk, Bodhidharma, crossed the ocean and headed to China to embark on a Buddhist mission during the Southern and Northern dynasties. The unique experiences he had whilst spreading the religion in China including his “wall...