Tibetan Empire
Definition
The Tibetan Empire was an ancient civilization that existed from 618-842 CE in what is now Tibet. It was known for its military prowess and significant influence on surrounding regions including China and Central Asia.
Analogy
Consider the Tibetan Empire as an old-school powerhouse football team. At their peak, they were dominating games (or in this case territories), influencing strategies (culture), but eventually they lost their power due to internal issues (political instability).
Related terms
Bön Religion: This was the indigenous religion in Tibet before the arrival of Buddhism.
Songtsen Gampo: He was one of the most famous emperors during Tibetan Empire who played key role in introducing Buddhism into Tibet.
Tang Dynasty: A Chinese dynasty that had frequent interactions with Tibetan Empire through both warfare and alliances.
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