Description
This vivid introduction to the physical, spiritual, and educational aspects of Karate explores the many facets of the art of the "empty-hand," from the beginning stages to the advanced practitioner, used by the masters during practice and study. This is an invaluable learning and teaching resource for all students and practitioners of the art of Karate and its philosophy. Written by one of the leaders of Japanese Karate in the U.S., this book helps to define and spread knowledge about karate without compromising its intrinsic philosophies and spirit. This great series of lessons from Karate teachers and martial artist who have devoted their lives to instruction is a fascinating book that demands to be read more than once.
Library's review
Timeless stories of sensational exploits and extraordinary deads abound in the martial arts, but because most of them have been transmitted orally through generations, they have gone virtually undocumented-until now.
In Karate: Zen, Pen, and Sword, renowned author and martial arts scholar Randall
Accorrding to the author, 'Martial art, in its highest form, is a holistic practice of spiritual, intellectual, and physical dimensions. In this book Zen represents the spiritual dimension, Pen represents the intellectual dimension, and Sword represents the physical dimension of the martial arts. The problems appearing in each story are resolved through the means of one and sometimes all three ingredients of Zen, Pen, and Sword.'
Karate: Zen, Pen, and Sword is a stimulating journey through the history, legends, and folklore of karate, in particular, and the martial arts in general.
A must-have book for those interested in the deeper meanings of the martial arts and a valuable addition to every martial artist's library!
Randall G. Hassell began his study of Karate in 1960, and received his black belt from the Japan Karate Association in 1968. For almost five decades, he has devoted himself to the teaching and study of karate-do and other martial arts. In addition to teaching in his school in St. Louis, Missouri, Mr. Hassell oversees the instruction of thousands of students and travels extensively, lecturing and officiating.
Contents
Part I-Zen
Strength
Self-preservation
Killing
Warriors of life
The 'no hands' school
Fighting with wolves
A good pupil
Trading life for enlightenment
Don't think, just do
The meaning of do
Empty your cup
True wealth
Awareness
Emptiness
How to master the spear
Obedience
Great waves
The first principle
Heaven and hell
Temper
True mastery
Spirit first, techniques second
The secret of swordsmanship
What you see is what you believe
Perspective
Do what must be done
You cannot attack emptiness
Fate
An enlightened man
Delicious
A whack on the head
A real teacher
Part II-Pen
What is karate?
Technique (jutsu) and art (do)
Psychological principles
Kinesthesia
Karate and physical fitness
Karate as a point of view
Centering
Zen and bushido: The great empty circle
Karate-do and personality
Stress and anxiety
Samurai strategy
The karate experience: A way of life
The positive lifestyle
Part III-Sword
Meeting myself
Entering the way
Starting over
Don't run
A true master
Karate ni sente nashi
If a nail sticks up, hammer it down
Haragei-speaking from the gut
Discretion is the better part of valor
If it's non-contact, how do you know it will work?
Use your brain (when you are supposed to)
Now I know
In Karate: Zen, Pen, and Sword, renowned author and martial arts scholar Randall
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Hassell presents a collection of provocative anecdotes, both anicent and modern, which depict, through the philosophy and actions of martial arts masters and Zen masters, how people have overcome obstacles and resolved conflicts in their lives.Accorrding to the author, 'Martial art, in its highest form, is a holistic practice of spiritual, intellectual, and physical dimensions. In this book Zen represents the spiritual dimension, Pen represents the intellectual dimension, and Sword represents the physical dimension of the martial arts. The problems appearing in each story are resolved through the means of one and sometimes all three ingredients of Zen, Pen, and Sword.'
Karate: Zen, Pen, and Sword is a stimulating journey through the history, legends, and folklore of karate, in particular, and the martial arts in general.
A must-have book for those interested in the deeper meanings of the martial arts and a valuable addition to every martial artist's library!
Randall G. Hassell began his study of Karate in 1960, and received his black belt from the Japan Karate Association in 1968. For almost five decades, he has devoted himself to the teaching and study of karate-do and other martial arts. In addition to teaching in his school in St. Louis, Missouri, Mr. Hassell oversees the instruction of thousands of students and travels extensively, lecturing and officiating.
Contents
Part I-Zen
Strength
Self-preservation
Killing
Warriors of life
The 'no hands' school
Fighting with wolves
A good pupil
Trading life for enlightenment
Don't think, just do
The meaning of do
Empty your cup
True wealth
Awareness
Emptiness
How to master the spear
Obedience
Great waves
The first principle
Heaven and hell
Temper
True mastery
Spirit first, techniques second
The secret of swordsmanship
What you see is what you believe
Perspective
Do what must be done
You cannot attack emptiness
Fate
An enlightened man
Delicious
A whack on the head
A real teacher
Part II-Pen
What is karate?
Technique (jutsu) and art (do)
Psychological principles
Kinesthesia
Karate and physical fitness
Karate as a point of view
Centering
Zen and bushido: The great empty circle
Karate-do and personality
Stress and anxiety
Samurai strategy
The karate experience: A way of life
The positive lifestyle
Part III-Sword
Meeting myself
Entering the way
Starting over
Don't run
A true master
Karate ni sente nashi
If a nail sticks up, hammer it down
Haragei-speaking from the gut
Discretion is the better part of valor
If it's non-contact, how do you know it will work?
Use your brain (when you are supposed to)
Now I know
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ISBN
1933901160 / 9781933901169
Publication
Empire Books P.O. Box 491788 Los Angeles, CA 90049