Zen teacher Norman Fischer—a teacher in the lineage of Shunryu Suzuki Roshi—joins us again to speak about the religion, evolution, and Buddhism’s unique role in both. The conversation begins with an overview of American sociologist Robert Bellah’s schema on the evolution of religion throughout the ages. We then discuss the important role that Buddhism can play in the evolution of religion in the West.

This is part 2 of a two-part series. Listen to Part 1, Buddhism May Need a Plan B.

Episode Links:

Robert Bellah ( http://www.robertbellah.com )

Everyday Zen ( http://www.everydayzen.org )

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