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A story of bravery and false starts, this autobiography candidly recounts the author's journey from a mischievous Japanese boy to a world-renowned Zen Sensei. Unlike many memoirs by Zen students and teachers, Taisen Deshimaru’s narrative is particularly engaging. Reflecting on his early life in Japan from the perspective of a Zen teacher in Paris, he shares misadventures ranging from defacing a painting of Bodhidharma as a child to wielding the “Zen stick” against a young monk during a retreat. His student years are filled with tales of alcohol and women, alongside his wartime experiences in Malaysia, where he sympathized with the underground freedom movement. This first English-language translation offers a clear and honest account of Deshimaru’s life, which has influenced many through his teachings, especially regarding Zen and martial arts. The memoir also highlights the impact of his teacher, Kodo Sawaki, detailing their lifelong friendship and Deshimaru’s monastic ordination. His influence reaches beyond Zen practitioners to those in martial arts, as he reflects on his early training. Additionally, historians may find interest in the supposed “scandals” surrounding Zen masters during the war, as Deshimaru’s subjective viewpoint provides a unique perspective on these complex issues without judgment.
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Autobiography of a ZEN Monk, Taisen Deshimaru
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- 2022
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