
FAQ About Alan Watts

Was Alan Watts ever affiliated with any religious organizations?
Alan Watts was affiliated with religious organizations early in his career. He was ordained as an Episcopal priest and served in this capacity for a number of years before leaving the clergy to pursue his interests in Eastern philosophies more freely. This transition reflected his growing disillusionment with organized religion and his desire to explore spirituality beyond traditional Christian doctrine. Watts' later work and teachings reflected a more universal and inclusive approach to spiritual inquiry.