Morihei Ueshiba explains the philosophical, ethical, and spiritual groundwork of Aikido. A method of self-defense using techniques from both jujitsu and sword fighting, Aikido is a non-violent, controlled use of force. Its deeper purpose, according to Ueshiba, is to foster harmony among all people regardless of race or culture. Through razor-sharp ...
Divided into two sections, the first half of this book concentrates on the spiritual aspect of Aikido, describing the warrior's philosophy. The second half contains photographs that demonstrate how to perform various techniques.
authoritative, profusely illustrated introduction to a martial defense system, written by the son of its founder. The principles of Aikido state that force and technique, alone, are inadequate. The practitioner must enter into the domain of the spirit to develop himself and his thought. This book gives the basic knowledge needed to master the ...
Morihei Ueshiba wrote this treatise on the martial arts for his advanced students in 1938, outlining the spirit and aims of aikido. The book includes rare photographs.
Aikido evolved from the rich martial traditions of Japan, and was developed by Morihei Ueshiba based on their profound philosophies. In this book, the author explains how Aikido is both the spirit of love and the study of that spirit. In unique and incisive language, Ueshiba discusses the arcane aspects of Aikido's aims and techniques, as well as ...
TRANSLATOR' S INTRODUCTION We would like to begin by thanking Doshu Ueshiba Kisshomaru and the Aikikai Foundation for making this family treasure available for publication. We also wish to express our appreciation to those teachers who gave their invaluable help in explaining difficult passages. Due to the historical nature of this work ...
Budo Training in Aikido was originally published as Budo Renshu in 1933, and remains the first and foremost resource on the topic. Since the art of Aikido has splintered into many different factions there is a developing trend to return to its "roots" and Budo Training in Aikido will appeal to this growing number of Aikido purists. Written by the ...
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