One tenet of Nichiren Buddhism known as “faith in action” is used consistently in the teachings of Nichiren Daishonin, the founder of the tradition. The use of the word “faith,” though seldom associated with Buddhism, has helped a number of practitioners in the West make connections between their Christian heritage and their Buddhist practice. Ben Harris, is one such practitioner who has made the connections between seemingly very different religious traditions.Ben Harris is a former student of Rima Vesely-Flad, and a recent graduate of Union Theological Seminary's Inaugural Master of Social Justice Program. He is former military officer living in the DC Metro area, and has practiced Nichiren Buddhism for nine years.

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