Lawrence Edward Carter Sr.

About the Author

Lawrence Edward Carter Sr. is a distinguished Baptist minister, educator, and interfaith advocate whose life and work bridge the worlds of Christianity and Buddhism. As the first African American dean of the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse College, he has dedicated decades to fostering dialogue, peace, and spiritual growth across religious boundaries. His profound encounter with Daisaku Ikeda, the renowned Buddhist philosopher and Soka Gakkai leader, profoundly shaped his ministry, leading him to explore how Eastern wisdom can enrich Christian practice. In his acclaimed memoir, A Baptist Preacher's Buddhist Teacher: How My Interfaith Journey with Daisaku Ikeda Made Me a Better Christian, Carter shares intimate reflections on this transformative relationship, offering readers a roadmap to deeper faith through openness and mutual respect. A tireless champion of civil rights and global harmony, Carter continues to inspire through his teachings, writings, and unwavering commitment to unity in diversity.