Networks of Faith and Profit

Monks, Merchants, and Exchanges Between China and Japan, 839-1403 CE
Book • 2023
Yiwen Li's "Networks of Faith and Profit" meticulously examines the intricate relationship between Buddhist monks and merchants in facilitating trade and cultural exchange between China and Japan from 839 to 1403 CE. The book delves into the period when formal diplomatic ties were suspended, revealing a vibrant private network that sustained commerce and religious interactions.

Li utilizes diverse sources, including letters, diaries, and archaeological findings, to reconstruct this dynamic exchange.

The study highlights the essential role of material culture in Buddhist monasteries and the strategic alliances formed between monks and merchants.

Ultimately, the book offers a nuanced understanding of Sino-Japanese relations during a pivotal historical period.

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Yiwen Li, "Networks of Faith and Profit: Monks, Merchants, and Exchanges Between China and Japan, 839-1403 CE" (Cambridge UP, 2023)

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