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Welcome to GlobalBuddha.org

This is a project devoted to understanding the modernization of Buddhism worldwide. Please feel free to explore!

Welcome to GlobalBuddha.org

This is a project devoted to understanding the modernization of Buddhism worldwide. Please feel free to explore!

Welcome to GlobalBuddha.org

This is a project devoted to understanding the modernization of Buddhism worldwide. Please feel free to explore!

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Research

The continuation of learning and persistent pursuit of knowledge fuels the evolving field of Buddhist Modernity Studies. We’ve compiled a collection of scholarly material to serve as a starting point for research in the field. Check out the many resources listed under the “Reading” tab.

Books

Explore the findings of Harding, Hori, and Soucy in their collection of books published throughout the span of the research project. See links, excerpts, synopses, and information about the core publications from The Modernization of Buddhism in Global Perspective.

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Canadian Journal of Buddhist Studies

Our researchers foster an interest in supporting a growing resource for contemporary research in Buddhist Studies. This passion inspired a collaborate with the CJBS, creating and expanding a valuable and diverse resource for anyone interest in exploring Buddhism today.

Researchers

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Victor Sogen Hori

Associate professor in Japanese Religions at McGill University and ordained monk. Victor Sōgen Hori received his PhD in Western philosophy in…

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Alec Soucy

Associate professor and the chair of the Religious Studies Department at Saint Mary’s University, Halifax.

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John Harding

Associate professor of Religious Studies and coordinator of the Asian Studies programs at the University of Lethbridge.

The Modernization of Buddhism in Global Perspective

The Project

In 2013, John Harding (University of Lethbridge), Victor Hori (McGill University), and Alec Soucy (Saint Mary’s University) were awarded a substantial SSHRC grant to develop a project entitled The Modernization of Buddhism in Global Perspective.

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The Funding

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Funding for The Modernization of Buddhism in Global Perspective is provided by SSHRC.