The internet usage of religious organizations in Mainland China: Case analysis of the Buddhist Association of China. Issue 2 (3rd September 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Xu, Shengju; Campbell, Heidi A.
• Is Part Of: Human behavior and emerging technologies. Volume 3:Issue 2(2021)
• Page Start: 339
• Page End: 346
• Publication Date: 2020-09-03
• Subjects: Buddhism -- case study -- China -- digital religion -- engagement -- human behavior -- internet -- online communities -- religion -- technology; Human behavior -- Periodicals; Technological innovations -- Social aspects -- Periodicals; Human-computer interaction -- Periodicals; 303.48305
• DOI: 10.1002/hbe2.215
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2578-1863

Abstract

Abstract: This article explores common characteristics of official Chinese religious organizations' internet usage by specifically investigating the online presence of the Buddhist Association of China. By focusing on this case study, we are able to map official religious groups' use of and attitudes toward new media in China, especially the internet. The aim of this article is to help scholars more fully understand digital religion practices in contemporary Mainland China, and how this example of religious internet engagement helps illuminate broader trends in religious internet usage in the Chinese context.