In Chuan Chou, there was a Sivan Temple. In that temple, an image of Siva was consecrated under the 'Firman' - royal orders of 'Sekasai Khan'. This was done for the health of 'Sekasai Khan'. 'Sekasai Khan' in this inscription is the name of Kublai Khan himself.
Tag: Hinduism in China
Before the advent of Buddhism in China Hinduism was prevalent in China and Hinduism was indigence. The spread of Hindu practices did not stop with the worship of Hindu Gods...Unorthodox systems Vaiseshika ,Nyaya, Martial Arts,Kalari, Weapons like Vajra also found their way into China. Names of the Deities were changed to suit the local conditions. In this process, Lord Nataraja also finds a place in China as a Deity, a Protector.
The article discusses the ancient and significant connections between Chinese and Indian cultures, notably through religious ties and trade. Prior to the advent of Buddhism in China, Hinduism was practiced, as evidenced by the existence of Hindu temples in Quanzhou and surrounding villages, built by Tamil Traders during the Song (960-1279) and Yuan (1279-1368) dynasties. Even today, some Chinese villagers still pray to a Hindu deity, often incorrectly identified as Guanyin, a female Bodhisattva venerated in many parts of China. References to China are also found in the Indian epic Mahabharata, indicating cultural exchange between the two regions for centuries.
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