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Asked by Nivash Soma from South Africa | Jul. 15, 2012 09:00
About:Taoist Temples in China

How can you tell the difference between a Tao temple or a Buddhist temple

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Answered by Nina | Jul. 16, 2012 02:59
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Yes, it seems hard to distinguish a Taoist temple or a Buddhist temple. Here are the differences:
1. The holy statues of Dragon and Tiger are usually set in front of the main gate of a Taoist temple, while statues of two giants guard in the same position usually Buddhist temples.
2. The religious atmosphere of a Taoist temple seems to be not as intense as that of a Buddhist temple.
3. The Taoist trinity, San Qing (Three Pure Gods), is worshipped in Taoist halls. While in the main hall of a Buddhist temple, the Buddha trinity is placed.
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