Taoism is quintessentially Chinese. The campaign confirms that “Sinicizing” religion does not mean making it more Chinese, but more subservient to the CCP.
Sinicization of religions
Sinicizing Buddhism: Buddhists Dressed in Red Army Uniforms Sing the “New Internationale”
The Beijing branch of the Fahua Dojo, led by Venerable Yin Guang, took “Sinicization” to new extremes. It was too much for Chinese netizens.
The “Sinicization” of the Grand Mosque of Shadian Has Started
Extraordinary security measures protect the demolition of the iconic dome of a mosque known as “the Mecca of the Hui,” for which Muslims already shed their blood in 1975.
“Sinicization” Galore: “Arabic” Features Removed from Mosques, Hospitals, Restaurants
Informants continue to provide to “Bitter Winter” pictures of the iconoclastic fury of the Communist Party against traditional Islamic symbols and signs.
China Plans to Export “Sinicized Christianity” Internationally
“We will change the face of world Christianity!” A conference on June 27–30 launched a new grandiose plan—and a problem for the World Council of Churches.
Yunnan, “Sinicization” of Mosques, Temporarily Suspended After Protests, Started Again
International media attention persuaded the CCP to “postpone” the destruction of the mosques’ “Arabic” features. It has now started again.
Chinese Muslims Told Mosques Should Preach Communism Too
Just like Christians, Muslims should “Sinicize” more quickly, as they “celebrate” the 70th anniversary of China Islamic Association.
Hui Muslims Clash with Police Over Mosque’s “Sinicization”
The situation remains tense at Najiaying Mosque in Yunnan, where the police has given an ultimatum for June 6 to end the protests.
China: Theological Seminaries Inspected to Check How “Sinicized” They Are
The 2021 regulations call for devoting at least 30% of classroom time to study Marxism and Xi Jinping’s thought. Inspections are now making sure they are obeyed.
Southern Mongolia: The CCP Mobilizes Traditional Culture Against Religion
The Chinese appropriation and “Sinicization” of Mongolian cultural heritage is a well-known phenomenon. Now, shows are used to indoctrinate Mongolians against “illegal” religion.