Novice to Master: My Stupidity & Zen Wisdom
Soko Morinaga’s “Novice to Master: An Ongoing Lesson in the Extent of My Own Stupidity,” translated with insightful nuance by Belenda Attaway Yamakawa, is far more than a simple account of Zen Buddhist training. It’s a raw, unflinching, and often hilariously self-deprecating journey into the heart of spiritual practice, revealing the profound wisdom that blossoms not from rigid adherence to rules, but from the persistent, humbling recognition of one’s own inherent limitations. This book isn’t just for those on a Buddhist path; it’s a universal testament to the lifelong process of learning, the necessity of humility, and the surprising grace found in acknowledging our perpetual “stupidity.” More details…
