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Ancient Chinese Scroll ‘Procession of Taoist Immortals’ Missing
The prized scroll is part of a collection by the late C.C. Wang, above. The Procession of Taoist Immortals Scroll is an important relic of ancient…
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Christianity
China’s Communist Party Harasses Christian Churches
China’s Communist Party continues to harass Christian churches within its borders, but those congregations are starting to rise up. In what has become an all too familiar scene…
Buddhism
Dalai Lama Praises China’s President Xi Jinping, Condemns ISIS
The Dalai Lama was busy the past week representing Tibet, complimenting Chinese President Xi Jinping on recognizing Buddhism, and calling for world peace. India and China…
Buddhism
Pope Francis Hopes to Improve Asian-Catholic Relations
by Krista R. Burdine and Emily Murdoch Pope Francis’ visit to South Korea highlighted the Catholic Church’s weak presence in Asia and the Vatican’s commitment to…
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Aug 25, 2014
Christianity
China to Establish New Christian Theology
In what many believe is a move to control the religion’s growing influence, China will create its own brand of Christianity. While China is not a nation…
Christianity
China Forces Cross Removals as Speculation Grows on Whether Christians Are a Target
Several Christian churches throughout China have been surprised to find that crosses have been removed from their buildings. The local Chinese government has said that the…
Atheism
The Struggle for Religious Freedom as a Fundamental Human Right in Asia
China and North Korea arrest and condemn believers and violate the fundamental human right of religious freedom. In the US, we argue about religious freedom in…
Buddhism
Pope Francis and Xi Jinping’s Standpoints on Religion and Money
Pope Francis and the Chinese Communist Party rulers of China who are close to Chinese president Xi Jinping, both criticize the abandonment of moral traditions for…
Entertainment
Taoists Embark on Tour Across Europe to Spread Their Culture
Music is performed in traditional costumes at the first stop of the Taoist cultural exchange tour in Brussels, Belgium. Taoists from China will soon head out…
Buddhism
Tibetan Buddhist Monks Attempt to Help Save Dwindling Snow Leopard Population
Tibetan Buddhist Monks are doing their part to help save the endangered Snow Leopard species The love and respect of all living creatures is a basic…
Religion News
Old Yet Powerful – Taoism
Rooted deeply in the Chinese customs and worldview, Taoism is an ancient tradition of religious beliefs and philosophies that emphasize living in harmony with the Tao.…