He established a modern brand of Buddhism in Taiwan and opened temples around the world, becoming the rare religious figure backed by Beijing.
Tag: Religion-State Relations
Zelensky Proposes Banning Ukrainian Orthodox Church Led by Putin Ally
Ukraine’s president called for legislation to prevent an ancient branch of the Orthodox Church, led by a Putin ally, from operating in his country, but it remains unclear how that would work.
France Expels Imam Accused of Hate Speech, Reviving a Thorny Debate
The government presented the deportation of Hassan Iquioussen as part of efforts to crack down on “Islamist separatism.” Critics called it a political stunt that infringed on civil liberties.
A Pro-Religion Court
What the 6-3 conservative Supreme Court majority’s latest ruling means.
Who Will France’s Muslims Choose for President?
French Muslims face a decision between Emmanuel Macron, whose presidency some of them view as harmful, and Marine Le Pen, whose far-right party has a history of anti-Muslim positions.
Marine Le Pen Proposes Ban on Muslim Women Wearing Head Scarves
Marine Le Pen, the far-right contender, has proposed a ban on Muslim women wearing head scarves in public.
Indian Court Upholds Ban on Hijabs in Schools
One school’s initial ban set off unrest and violence that spread to other schools in the southern state of Karnataka.
Indian Court Upholds Ban on Hijabs in Schools
One school’s initial ban set off unrest and violence that spread to other schools in the southern state of Karnataka.
Build a New City or New Humans? A Utopia in India Fights Over Future.
Backed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the new leadership of Auroville, an experimental commune, wants to create a model city. In the way stand trees, tree houses and a take-it-slow tradition.
Build a New City or New Humans? A Utopia in India Fights Over Future.
Backed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the new leadership of Auroville, an experimental commune, wants to create a model city. In the way stand trees, tree houses and a take-it-slow tradition.