History of Incense Shop Boxing
The Shaolin Temple, located in Henan Province, China, is famous for its deep-rooted history in martial arts. It served as a sanctuary for Buddhist monks who sought refuge and engaged …
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Author: Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen
Gichin Funakoshi
Gichin Funakoshi (1868-1957) was a renowned martial artist and the founder of Shotokan Karate, one of the most popular styles of karate today. He was born in Shuri, Okinawa, which …
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The seven virtues of Bushido
What is the Code of Bushido? The Code of Bushido is an old code, originating in Japan during the feudal period which lasted from the 12th to the 19th century. …
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Funakoshi Niju kun
Gichin Funakoshi wrote the Nijū kun principles, which he likely developed through his personal experiences and contemplation of karate’s practice and philosophy. The principles serve as guidelines for practitioners to …
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Kalaripayattu
First of all, what is Kalaripayattu? Kalaripayattu is a martial art form that originated in the Indian state of Kerala and is believed to be one of the oldest surviving …
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Bodhidharma and martial arts
Did Bodhidharma already know martial arts? I did some research about Bodhidharma’s background in martial arts. This is what I found. The origins of Bodhidharma’s martial arts background are somewhat …
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Kung Fu history
Kung Fu, also known as Wushu, is a form of Chinese martial arts that has a long and rich history dating back thousands of years. The origins of Kung Fu …
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Life and history of Bodhidharma
Bodhidharma, known as Dámó in China and Daruma in Japan, is credited with founding Chan Buddhism, which later became Zen Buddhism in Japan. Mysterious Beginnings. The accounts of Bodhidharma’s life …
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Value of Karate
Karate and Its Impact on Values, Discipline, and Self-Confidence. When delving into the world of Karate, beyond the flashy kicks and punches often depicted in movies, we discover a rich …
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