Morihei Ueshiba Quotes

To injure an opponent is to injure yourself. To control aggression without inflicting injury is the Art of Peace.

Loyalty and devotion lead to bravery. Bravery leads to the spirit of self-sacrifice. The spirit of self-sacrifice creates trust in the power of love.

One does not need buildings, money, power, or status to practice the Art of Peace. Heaven is right where you are standing, and that is the place to train.

Life is growth. If we stop growing, technically an... -Morihei Ueshiba

Life is growth. If we stop growing, technically and spiritually, we are as good as dead.

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This quote metaphorically equates personal growth, both intellectual and spiritual, with vitality and life. It implies that stagnation or a lack of progress in these aspects can lead to a state of being devoid of purpose or fulfillment, akin to being figuratively "dead."

Study how water flows in a valley stream, smoothly and freely between the rocks. Also learn from holy books and wise people. Everything - even mountains, rivers, plants and trees - should be your teacher.

When an opponent comes forward, move in and greet him; if he wants to pull back, send him on his way.

Failure is the key to success; each mistake teache... -Morihei Ueshiba

Failure is the key to success; each mistake teaches us something.

Create each day anew.

The purpose of training is to tighten up the slack... -Morihei Ueshiba

The purpose of training is to tighten up the slack, toughen the body, and polish the spirit.

Your heart is full of fertile seeds, waiting to sp... -Morihei Ueshiba

Your heart is full of fertile seeds, waiting to sprout.

There are no contests in the Art of Peace. A true warrior is invincible because he or she contests with nothing. Defeat means to defeat the mind of contention that we harbor within.

Economy is the basis of society. When the economy is stable, society develops. The ideal economy combines the spiritual and the material, and the best commodities to trade in are sincerity and love.

Morihei Ueshiba Quotes

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