The Silla rulers of Korea embraced Buddhism not only as a source for religious enlightenment but also as a protective force. They constructed Buddhist temples in and around their capital city, Kyongju. Based on this premise, which of the following would describe the Silla perception of these Buddhist temples?

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The Silla rulers of Korea saw Buddhist temples as a protective force against external forces. Therefore, they perceived the temples as supernatural defense against external forces rather than merely places for worship or extensions of civil or royal power.

The Silla Rulers of Korea Embraced Buddhism Not Only as a Source