Episode 20 | Libertad?

About this episode

This episode presents a profound critique of freedom through the lens of Nichiren Buddhism and the story of Tsunesaburō Makiguchi.

Send us Fan Mail What is freedom? This episode presents a profound critique of freedom drawing upon key concepts in Nichiren Buddism and the story of Tsunesaburō Makiguchi. Que es la libertad? Este episodio presenta una crítica profunda de la libertad por recurrir al Buddismo Nichiren y el cuento de Tsunesaburō Makiguchi. Support the show About Me Dr. Zayda Sorrell Medina is a professor, social scientist, former foster and homeless youth, foster adoptive parent, author, and advocate....

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Zayda Sorrell Medina

Topics covered

• freedom
• Nichiren Buddhism
• Tsunesaburō Makiguchi
• critique of freedom
• personal stories

Keywords

• freedom
• Nichiren Buddhism
• Tsunesaburō Makiguchi
• critique
• personal stories

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Nichiren Buddism

Books & works: Tsunesaburō Makiguchi

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