Buddhism: Theological Diversity in Unitarian Universalism

Many Unitarian Universalists identify with and draw inspiration from the teachings and practices of Buddhism. For example, a Unitarian Universalist worship service might feature readings from the Dalai Lama or the congregation might have a Buddhist meditation group. One of the central ideas that the two religions share is that each individual’s experiences and thoughts are valid sources of religious authority.

More information about the Buddhism from a Unitarian Universalist perspective is available in the pamphlet "The Faith of a Unitarian Universalist Buddhist" and in the following UU World articles. UU World magazine is published in behalf of Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) congregations to help its readers build their faith and act on it more effectively in their personal lives, their congregations, their communities, and the world.

• "Unitarian Universalists on the Eightfold Path"
• "What is Unitarian Universalist Buddhism?"

For even more resources and to connect with other Unitarian Universalist Buddhists, please visit the website of the Unitarian Universalist Buddhist Fellowship.