Question

Why was Buddhism especially supportive of printing technology?
a. Buddhists saw a strong economic potential in the sacred book market
b. Buddhism was fighting with Christianity for converts and saw pamphlets and flyers as a way to attract followers
c. Buddhism supported printing because it provided jobs for monks who otherwise could not earn a living
d. Buddhism favored the adoption of printing because copying and distribution of sacred text was considered a highly meritorious act

Answer 1

One of the reasons why Buddhism was especially supportive of printing technology was because "b. Buddhism was fighting with Christianity for converts and saw pamphlets and flyers as a way to attract followers," since this allowed for the message to be more easily spread.