Novice to Master: An Ongoing Lesson in the Extent of My Own Stupidity by Soko Mo

Description: Novice to Master by Soko Morinaga Roshi As can be seen in its glowing endorsements and reviews — from Publishers Weekly to well-known Buddhist figures — this modern spiritual classic has been embraced by readers of all types. In his singularly humorous and bitingly direct way, Zen abbot Soko Morinaga tells the story of his rigorous training at a Japanese Zen temple, his spiritual growth, and his interactions with his students and others. Morinaga's voice is uniquely tuned to the truth of the condition of the human mind and spirit and his reflections and interpretations are unvarnished and succinct. His great gift is the ability to lift the spirit of the reader while exposing the humility and weakness in the lives of people, none more so than his own. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Everybody loves Novice to Master! As youll see in the glowing endorsements and reviews included below, this modern spiritual classic has been embraced by readers of all types. In his singularly humorous and biitingly direct way, Zen abbot Soko Morinaga tells the story of his rigorous training at a Japanese Zen temple, his spiritual growth and his interactions with his students and others. Morinagas voice is uniquely tuned to the truth of the condition of the human mind and spirit and his reflections and interpretations are unvarnished and succinct. His great gift is the ability to lift the spirit of the reader all the while exposing the humility and weakness in the lives of people, none more so than his own. Read on to see what everyone from Publishers Weekly to well-known Buddhist figures and even New York Times bestselling author Anthony Swofford have to say about this one of a kind book! Author Biography Soko Morinaga, was head of Hanazono University and abbot of Daishu-in in Kyoto, one of the twenty-four sub-temples of Daitoku-ji. After finding himself adrift following World War Two, he took up Zen training at Daishuin under Goto Zuigan, formerly abbot of Myoshin-ji and at that time abbot of Daitoku-ji. Morinaga later became the Dharma successor to Oda Sesso Roshi, becoming head monk of Daitoku-ji. He taught regularly at Rinzai temples in California and in England during the latter part of his life. He is author of Pointers to Insight: Life of a Zen Monk, The Ceasing of Notions: Zen Text from the Tun-Huang Caves, and Novice to Master: An Ongoing Lesson in the Extent of My Own Stupidity. Morinaga Roshi passed away in 1995. Belenda Attaway Yamakawa is a longtime student of Zen. She lives with her husband and children near the Sea of Japan. Review "A spiritual autobiography by an accomplished master of Zen, and also a compelling story of coming of age in post-war Japan. One cant help but be drawn to the genuine tone of Morinagas voice and his sense of humor."-- "Shambhala Sun""Marvelous and a complete inspiration! I was laughing so hard I had tears in my eyes. Just eat it up like chocolate!"--Joan Halifax, Ph.D, Head Teacher, Upaya Zen Center"The volume has a soft poignancy and a certain presence within a tale well-told."-- "Publishers Weekly""This wise and warm book should be read by all."--Anthony Swofford, author of Jarhead Review Quote "This wise and warm book should be read by all." Details ISBN0861713931 Language English Translator Belenda Attaway Yamakawa ISBN-10 0861713931 ISBN-13 9780861713936 Media Book Format Paperback Imprint Wisdom Publications,U.S. Subtitle An Ongoing Lesson in the Extent of My Own Stupidity Place of Publication Somerville Country of Publication United States Edition New edition Short Title NOVICE TO MASTER REV/E DOI 10.1604/9780861713936 AU Release Date 2002-06-15 NZ Release Date 2002-06-15 US Release Date 2002-06-15 UK Release Date 2002-06-15 Author Soko Morinaga Roshi Pages 168 Publisher Wisdom Publications,U.S. Edition Description New edition Year 2002 Publication Date 2002-06-15 DEWEY 294.3092 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137916200;

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