Buddhist and Taoist places of worship fall victim to the government’s religion suppression crackdowns, which they execute on trumped-up pretexts.
Buddhism
Buddhists Suppressed Ahead of an International Sports Event in Wuhan
Hubei capital’s authorities continue repressions against the religious under the pretext of “cleaning up the city” before the start of Military World Games.
Chinese Mythological Goddesses Replace Buddhist Deities
The CCP intensifies crackdowns against Buddhists and Taoist outdoor statues by removing or modifying them. Even the smallest religious symbols must go.
Buddhist, Taoist Temples Destroyed Secretly at Night
Authorities across China are demolishing places of worship at odd hours to avoid protests from believers, who are left with no chance to voice their grievances.
How CCP Is Eliminating Buddhist and Folk Religion Venues
Wanshan Forest Park in Henan Province used to house 13 temples. After numerous government inspections, all of them have been sealed off, believers driven away.
More Buddhist Statues Destroyed in Cemeteries, Scenic Areas
The CCP’s nationwide campaign to eradicate statues of Buddhist deities is uncontrollably spreading across China, even sacred places are not spared.
Buddhist Temples “Reformed” to Become CCP’s Pawns
The CCP is training abbots as mouthpieces to spread propaganda and requires temples to undergo standardized management assessments.
All Outdoor Buddhist Statues Must Go, No Matter the Cost
Regarded by the CCP as its fiercest enemies, the statues of Buddhist deities are being demolished across China under orders from the central government.
Buddhist Temples Hit Hard in Shandong
The CCP builds up momentum in its effort to eliminate independent Buddhism. Under various pretexts, temples and statues are destroyed, and monks told to “return home.”
China Turning Buddhist and Taoist Temples Into Entertainment Centers
Across the country, the CCP is “transforming” temples into cultural auditoriums, government offices and elderly activity centers.