What happens when you raise a boy as a warrior from birth, then give him the reins to conquer all the neighboring tribes and kingdoms on your border? He develops into one of the greatest champions of one of the world's most peaceful religions, Mahayana Buddhism. Obviously. Kanishka the Great (79 - 150 AD) may have earned more credit than he deserved, but there's no doubt his influence in shaping the Silk Road altered history in a profound way. Want to read more about this episode's characters or aren't sure about their spelling? Here's a list of this episode's major characters: Kanishka - our protagonist Ashvaghosha - revered Buddhist monk in Kanishka's inner circle<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2414699/open_sms">Send us a text</a>Credits Host: C.J. Weiss Music: Bobby Hall

Kanishka the Great: Warrior Emperor Who Promoted Peaceful Buddhism