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The Root of Zen: An Interview with David Hinton

by Randy Rosenthal and David Hinton| December 4, 2020

The Root of Zen: An Interview with David Hinton

Randy Rosenthal interviews the award-winning translator, whose new book, “China Root,” goes deep into the Taoist origins of Chan (Zen).

Understanding What We’re Made Of

by Randy Rosenthal| June 17, 2020

Understanding What We’re Made Of

Randy Rosenthal breaks down the Buddha’s discourse on establishing awareness in the “Mahasatipatthana Sutta.”

Is Buddhism Violent?

by Randy Rosenthal| November 1, 2019

Is Buddhism Violent?

Buddhism is a religion of peace. So why do some monks carry guns and preach hatred? In this conversation with Lion’s Roar, religious studies professor Michael Jerryson says that, if you look closely, “violence abounds” in Buddhist doctrine.

The Case Against “Buddhism”

by Randy Rosenthal| December 18, 2018

The Case Against “Buddhism”

Randy Rosenthal talks to scholar Glenn Wallis about his thought-provoking new book” A Critique of Western Buddhism: Ruins of the Buddhist Real.”

What’s the connection between Buddhism and ethnic cleansing in Myanmar?

by Randy Rosenthal| November 13, 2018

What’s the connection between Buddhism and ethnic cleansing in Myanmar?

How have Buddhists become implicated in one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world? Randy Rosenthal looks through history to understand how a religion of peace has become a justification for violence.

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