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Budo: Teachings Of The Founder Of Aikido
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Morihei Ueshiba Is Rightly Known As One Of The World'S Greatest Martial Artists For His Creation Of Aikido, The Synthesis Of His Superb Technique And His Profound Spiritual Insight Into The Nature Of The Universe. Aikido Is Much More Than Just Another Fighting Style, It Is A Holistic Approach To Life That Morihei Described As A Divine Path Inspired By The Gods That Leads To Truth, Goodness, And Beauty. Sadly, Morihei Left Few Writings To Explain His Martial Arts Philosophy, Preferring To Teach His Disciples By Direct Example.Aikido Students Will Be Familiar With Photographs And Film Footage Of Morihei As An Old Man, Effortlessly Defeating His Much Younger Opponents, But Very Little Has Been Published About Morihei'S Prewar Years, When He Was Perfecting Aikibudo, As Aikido Was Then Known. In 1938 Morihei Wrote Budo (Martial Way) As An Instruction Manual And A Statement Of The Aims And Spirit Of His Martial Arts Philosophy. Budo, However, Was Never Made Available To The General Public, And It Even Contains The Injunction That These Techniques ... Should Not Be Disclosed Indiscriminately To The Public.Now With The Worldwide Popularity Of Aikido Rivaling That Of Judo And Karatedo, The Aikikai Foundation And The Ueshiba Family Have Decided That It Is Time For This Historic Treatise Of The Martial Arts To Be Translated Into English, And Made Available To General Readers And Students Of Aikido All Over The World. Reproduced Faithfully From The Original, This Seminal Work Contains One Of The Founder'S Few Personal Statements Of His Basic Principles, Expressed Both In Prose And Mystical Poetry. The Text Is Accompanied By Photographs Of Morihei Illustrating The Aikido Techniques He Describes.This Martial Arts Classic Is Preceded By An Introductory Biographical Essay On Morihei By His Son Kisshomaru Ueshiba, The Present Chairman Of The Aikikai Foundation. This Enlightening Work Recounts The Founder'S Early Life, His Inspirational 'Encounter With The Religious Mystic Onisaburo Deguchi, And The Spiritual Revelations That Led Him To Develop The Art Of Aikido.The Volume Concludes With A Series Of Action Photographs Of The Founder Demonstrating Aikido Techniques, Taken At A Private Dojo In Tokyo In 1936. This Section Also Includes Selected Photographs Of Morihei In Action In 1951. The More Than 400 Historic Photographs Shown Here Provide An Unequalled Opportunity To Observe The Lifelong Devotion To Aikido And The Continuity Of Performance That Characterized Morihei'S Approach To His Art.
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- Q: How many pages are in 'Budo: Teachings of the Founder of Aikido'? A: This book contains one hundred thirty-two pages. It offers insights into Morihei Ueshiba's martial arts philosophy and includes historic photographs.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is published in paperback binding. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle for reading.
- Q: What are the dimensions of 'Budo: Teachings of the Founder of Aikido'? A: The book measures seven point two inches in length, zero point thirty-five inches in width, and ten point twelve inches in height. These dimensions make it a convenient size for reading or storage.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Budo: Teachings of the Founder of Aikido'? A: The author is Morihei Ueshiba, the founder of Aikido. His teachings focus on both martial technique and spiritual insight.
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Budo'? A: The main theme is the philosophy of Aikido, combining martial techniques with spiritual principles. It emphasizes the holistic approach to life that Ueshiba advocated.
- Q: How do I read 'Budo: Teachings of the Founder of Aikido'? A: You can read it by following the structured chapters that detail Ueshiba's martial arts philosophy and techniques. It is suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
- Q: Is 'Budo' suitable for beginners in martial arts? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners. It provides foundational knowledge about Aikido and insights into the philosophy behind the techniques.
- Q: What age group is 'Budo' appropriate for? A: This book is suitable for older teens and adults. It discusses complex themes related to martial arts philosophy and spirituality.
- Q: How should I care for my copy of 'Budo'? A: Keep it in a dry place to prevent moisture damage. Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight to preserve the cover and pages.
- Q: Is there any specific storage recommendation for 'Budo'? A: Store the book upright on a shelf with other books to maintain its shape. Avoid stacking heavy items on top of it.
- Q: What should I do if my copy of 'Budo' arrives damaged? A: If it arrives damaged, contact the retailer for return or exchange options. Keep all packaging materials for reference.
- Q: What is the return policy for 'Budo'? A: The return policy typically allows returns within thirty days of purchase. Check the retailer's specific policy for details.
- Q: Can I find 'Budo' in other languages? A: Currently, 'Budo' is available in English. The original manuscript was in Japanese, and translations may vary.
- Q: Does 'Budo' include illustrations or photographs? A: Yes, it includes over four hundred historic photographs of Morihei demonstrating Aikido techniques. These visuals enhance the learning experience.
- Q: What is the publisher of 'Budo: Teachings of the Founder of Aikido'? A: The book is published by Kodansha International. They are known for their quality publications in various fields including martial arts.