The Seven Virtues of Bu

He once wrote: ” To all those whose progress remains hampered by the ego-related distractions let humility, the spiritual cornerstone upon which the fighting traditions rest, serve to remind you to place virtue ahead of vice, values ahead of vanity, and principles ahead of personalities.”

(McCarthy, P. Ancient Okinawan Martial  Arts)

THE SEVEN VIRTUES OF BU

1. Bu prohibits violence.

2. Bu maintains discipline in soldiers.

3. Bu keeps control among the population.

4. Bu spreads virtue.

5. Bu gives a peaceful heart.

6. Bu helps to maintain peace between people.

7. Bu makes a people or nation prosperous.

(Bu- Martial Arts)

(Cook, H. Shotokan Karate-A Precise History)

 

 

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