The Spread Of Buddhism Flashcards
1
Q
Who was Emperor Ashoka?
A
He was the bloodthirsty leader of India in 3rd century BCE.
2
Q
Why did he become a Buddhist?
A
Because he was horrified by the amount of people he had captured and slaughtered.
3
Q
How did Buddhism spread?
A
Emperor Ashoka sent missionaries to Egypt, Syria, Macedonia and Sri Lanka.
