Question

Why did Chinese become Buddhist?

Answer 1

Buddhism in China. Just as Rome's official religion declined and Christianity gained during the hard times prior to its Christian emperors, so too did Confucianism decline during the chaotic times of the Han dynasty. ... Then, with the breakdown of the Han dynasty, conversions to Buddhism spread among China's masses.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The early centuries. The Buddhism that first became popular in China during the Han dynasty was deeply coloured with magical practices, making it compatible with popular Chinese Taoism (a combination of folk beliefs and practices and philosophy). ... Many Chinese emperors worshiped Lao-tzu and the Buddha on the same altar.