The Eleven Mottoes of Mas.Oyama
The Martial Way begins and ends with courtesy.
Therefore, be properly and
genuinely courteous at all times.
Following the Martial Way is like
scaling a cliff — continue upwards without rest.
It demands absolute and
unfaltering devotion to the task at hand.
Strive to seize the initiative
in all things, all the time guarding against actions
stemming from selfish
animosity or thoughtlessness.
Even for the Martial Artist, the place of
money cannot be ignored.
Yet one should be careful never to become attached
to it.
The Martial Way is centered in posture.
Strive to maintain
correct posture at all times.
The Martial Way begins with one thousand
days and is mastered after ten thousand days of training.
In the Martial
Arts, introspection begets wisdom.
Always see contemplation on your action as
an opportunity to improve.
The nature and purpose of the Martial Way is
universal.
All selfish desires should be roasted in the tempering fires of
hard training.
The Martial Arts begins with a point and end in a
circle.
Straight lines stem from this principle.
The true essence of
the Martial Way can only be realized through experience.
Knowing this, learn
never to fear its demands.
Always remember: In the Martial Arts the
rewards of a confident and
Grateful heart are truly abundant.
11.10.2008 Волков Алексей