Vincent Depaigne discusses Europe’s history of religious persecution and the role of the state in religious conflict. Ryosho Shoji talks about religion and the increase of secularism in Japan.

Speakers:

Vincent Depaigne, Coordinator of the Dialogue with Churches, Religions, and Philosophical and Non-confessional Organisations, European Commission

Ryosho Shoji, Director, International Relations, All Japan Young Buddhist Association, and Deputy Secretary-General, the World Fellowship of Buddhists

Moderator:

Shon Hopkin, Associate Professor of Ancient Scripture, Brigham Young University