معرفی
Erik Davis is Professor and Chair of Religious Studies at Macalester College. His scholarship centers on Buddhism, ritual, and religious theory, with a regional emphasis on Cambodia.
Education
- B.A., Macalester College (1996)
- M.A., University of Washington, Seattle (2000)
- Ph.D., University of Chicago Divinity School (2009)
Research Interests
Davis investigates early Buddhist sectarianism, meditative practices, and philosophical development. His fieldwork in Cambodia (2003-2006) underpins studies of Buddhist funeral rituals, temple boundaries (sīmā), and folktales. Current research examines ritual creativity in Cambodian protest movements. His book manuscript "Each Other’s Destiny: Rebirth and Relationship in Cambodian Buddhism" is forthcoming from the University of Hawai`i Press.
Professional Service
Active in the Association of Asian Studies (AAS), American Academy of Religions (AAR), and International Association of Buddhist Studies (IABS), Davis has served on committees for Buddhism and Southeast Asia.
Advising and Grants
No specific information on student advising or research grants is provided in the source material.
