Buddhism

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East Asia’s Religious Landscape: High Rates of Unaffiliation Amidst Persistent Spiritual Practices

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Introduction East Asia presents a unique religious landscape, with some of the highest rates of religious disaffiliation globally. Despite a significant proportion of the population identifying as non-religious, spiritual practices and beliefs continue to play a crucial role in daily life across the region. A recent survey by Pew Research Center provides an in-depth look … Read more

Finding Solidarity Amidst Religious Shifts: A Buddhist-Christian Dialogue

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In a polarized nation grappling with the evolving role of religion in public life, interfaith dialogues are becoming increasingly important. Recently, over 30 Buddhists and Christians came together for the National Buddhist-Christian Dialogue to foster relationships and explore collaborative efforts. Context and Setting Current Issues: The dialogue took place against a backdrop of rising Christian … Read more