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Can a religion exist without God, an eternal soul, or a heavenly paradise?

In this episode, we explore one of the most fascinating aspects of Buddhism: its apparent departure from traditional theistic frameworks. Unlike many religions, Buddhism does not center on a creator God, an immortal soul in the classical sense, or a permanent heaven.

So what makes it a religion?
Is Buddhism a philosophy, a psychology, or a spiritual path?
And how does meaning emerge without a supreme divine authority?

We examine core Buddhist concepts such as non-self (anatta), impermanence, and liberation from suffering — asking whether Buddhism challenges our Western assumptions about what religion must be.

This discussion moves through philosophy, theology, and comparative religion to analyze how belief systems can function without a central deity.

Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction: A Religion Without God?
02:07 – No Creator Deity
04:21 – The Concept of Non-Self (Anatta)
06:38 – Impermanence and Suffering
08:52 – Nirvana and Liberation
11:05 – Religion or Philosophy?
13:02 – Western Misunderstandings
14:39 – Final Reflections