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11
Mottos of Mas Oyama
01. The Martial
Way begins and ends with courtesy. Therefore, be properly and
genuinely courteous at all times.
02. Following the Martial Way is like scaling a cliff. Continue
upwards without rest. It demands absolute & unflattering devotion
to the task at hand.
03. Strive to seize the initiative in all things, all the time
guarding against actions stemming from selfish animosity or
thoughtlessness.
04. Even for Martial Artists, the place of money cannot be ignored.
Yet one should be careful never to become attached to it.
05. The Martial Way is centered in posture. Strive to maintain
correct posture at all times.
06. The Martial Way begins with one thousand days and is
mastered after ten thousand days of training.
07. In Martial Arts, introspection begets wisdom. Always see
contemplation of your actions as an opportunity to improve.
08. The nature and purpose of the Martial Way is universal. All
selfish desires should be roasted in the tempering fires of hard
training.
09. Martial Arts begin with a point and end in a circle. Straight
lines stem from this principle.
10. The true essence of the Martial Way can only be realized through
experience. Knowing this, learn never to fear its demand.
11. Always remember: In Martial Arts the rewards of a confident and
grateful heart are truly abundant.
Today several
different political factions exist but the Kyokushin Karate as
taught by Sosai Mas Oyama is still practiced around the world
whatever the particular political association.
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