Levi Mclaughlin

About the Author

Levi McLaughlin is a distinguished scholar of Japanese religions, specializing in the intersections of Buddhism, new religious movements, and contemporary spiritual practices in East Asia. Holding a position as an associate professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, he has dedicated his career to unraveling the complexities of religious innovation and adaptation in modern Japan. His research draws on extensive fieldwork, archival studies, and interdisciplinary approaches to illuminate how traditional faiths evolve amid social change. McLaughlin's work bridges academia and public understanding, making intricate theological and cultural dynamics accessible to a broad audience. As co-editor of the acclaimed The New Nanzan Guide to Japanese Religions, part of the Nanzan Library of Asian Religion and Culture series, he continues to shape scholarly discourse on global religious landscapes.