The Journey to Becoming Red Pine

Bill Porter, known as Red Pine, chose his name during his transition from monastic life in Taiwan to the outside world. He explains that the inspiration came when he was looking for a new identity after leaving the monastery, ultimately settling on 'Red Pine' after seeing an advertisement. The name also resonates with his journey as a translator, particularly reflecting his connection to the ancient Taoist Master Red Pine. This connection is important to him, as he views his translation work as a collaborative act, where he feels guided by this historical figure in his pursuit of understanding and sharing Chinese texts.