5 MAXIMS OF KARATE
The Dojo Kun, a set of principles to guide the karate student in his daily conduct, was originally written by Satsunuku “Tode” Sakugawa
| DOJO KUN | MAXIM / COMMENT |
STRIVE FOR A GOOD MORAL CHARACTER | Show inner strength through a strong CHARACTER. |
KEEP AN HONEST AND SINCERE WAY | Live with SINCERITY. |
CULTIVATE PERSEVERANCE OR WILL FOR STRIVING | Train the mind and body with every EFFORT possible. |
DEVELOP A RESPECTFUL ATTITUDE | Respect yourself and others and live the true spirit and ETIQUETTE of Karate-Do. |
RESTRAIN AGGRESSION THROUGH SPIRITUAL ATTAINMENT | Never abuse Karate skills and strive for SELF–CONTROL. Violence should be the last resort |