Stephen Batchelor is a contemporary Buddhist scholar, teacher, and writer, best known for his secular or agnostic approach to Buddhism. He considers Buddhism to be a constantly evolving culture of awakening rather than a religious system based on immutable dogmas and beliefs.

Through his writings, translations, and teaching, he engages in a critical exploration of Buddhism’s role in the modern world. He is the translator and author of numerous books and articles on Buddhism including the bestselling Buddhism Without Beliefs, Living with the Devil: A Meditation on Good and Evil, Confession of a Buddhist Atheist, and After Buddhism: Rethinking the Dharma for a Secular Age.