Martial Arts Philosophy

Under the guidance of such celebrated masters as Ed Parker and the immortal Bruce Lee, Joe Hyams vividly recounts his more than twenty-five years of experience in the martial arts. In his illuminating story, Hyams reveals to listeners how the daily application of Zen principles not only developed his physical expertise but gave him the mental discipline to control his personal problems - self-image, work pressure, competition.

The Complete Book of Five Rings is an authoritative version of Musashi's classic The Book of Five Rings, translated and annotated by a modern martial arts master, Kenji Tokitsu. Tokitsu has spent most of his life researching the legendary samurai swordsman and his works, and in this book he illuminates this seminal text, along with several other works by Musashi.

Setting down his thoughts on swordplay, on winning, and on spirituality, legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi intended this modest work as a guide for his immediate disciples and future generations of samurai. He had little idea he was penning a masterpiece that would be eagerly devoured by people in all walks of life centuries after his death.

Folk tales of the Shaolin Temple depict warrior monks with superhuman abilities. Today, dozens of East Asian fighting styles trace their roots back to the Buddhist brawlers of Shaolin, although any quest for the true story soon wanders into a labyrinth of forgeries, secret texts and modern retellings. This new study approaches the martial arts from their origins in military exercises and callisthenics. It examines a rich folklore from old wuxia tales of crime-fighting heroes to modern kung fu movies.

Code of the Samurai is a 400-year-old explication of the rules and expectations embodied in Bushido, the Japanese Way of the Warrior. With a bright, conversational narrative by Thomas Cleary, this book is indispensable to corporate executives, students of Asian culture, martial artists, or anyone sincerely interested in Japan and its people.

On the Warrior’s Path connects the martial arts with this larger perspective, merging subtle philosophies with no-holds-barred competition, Nietzsche with Bruce Lee, radical Taoism and Buddhism with the Star Wars Trilogy, traditional martial arts with basketball and American Indian culture. At the center of all these phenomena is the warrior. Though this archetype seems to manifest contradictory values, author Daniele Bolelli describes the heart of this tension: how the training of martial technique leads to a renunciation of violence, and how overcoming fear leads to a unique freedom.

This is a second and revised edition of "The Ethical Warrior: Values, Morals and Ethics - For Life, Work and Service," by Jack Hoban with new material on business ethics, police training, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Jack Hoban was shaped by service in the U.S. Marine Corps, a life-changing epiphany at a Cold War bar, and mentorship under two masters: The 34th generation grandmaster of the shadowy art of the Ninja and a sage of the Natural Law who may just have deciphered the meaning of life. He now delivers a revolutionary view of moral values for our time epitomized by the Ethical ...

This is the fourth book in a volume of work dedicated to the martial art of Pencak Silat Pertempuran and Silat Dirty Boxing. Made as a workbook so the reader can define their own goals and objectives for training. The book contains the principles, as well as the training and protection strategies, tactics, and maxims of Pencak Silat Pertempuran. A great resource for any martial artist and particularly those involved in pencak silat Pertempuran.

The comprehensive and accurate edition of the Hagakure is a must-have for serious martial artists or fans of samurai and the Bushido code.

This is not a picture book or how to manual for breaking away from grabs and chokes. That’s important material, but the Guerrilla knows that avoiding the enemy is the best tactic for survival. When it’s time to defend yourself, knowing what you’re capable and willing to do is key for taking advantage of the enemy’s weaknesses. A Guerrilla Guide To Self-Defense will provide you essential information you need to prepare, prevent, survive, and sort through the aftermath when violence finds you. “A great modern handbook on staying safe in the modern world. “A Guerrilla Guide To Self...

Practitioners across the globe continue to use jujitsu as a tool for personal development. For many, the jujitsu academy is the one place in which we purposefully practice virtuous action. On Jiu Jitsu seeks to codify the mechanisms by which jujitsu shapes the individual, as the character traits required to achieve mastery in sport are the same that our highest humanity requires.

Warrior: The Way of Warriorhood is the second award-winning book in the Warrior Wisdom Series. This enlightening book is packed with wisdom, life-changing quotes, and entertaining, practical advice for living a life of honor, character and integrity. Make no mistake about it, this book is not just for martial artists. The inspirational wisdom in this book will improve everyone's life! This amazing series has been honored by four martial arts hall of fame organizations for its inspirational and motivational qualities. The ancient and modern wisdom in this book will bring meaning to each and ...

Bruce Lee is a cultural icon, renowned the world over for his martial arts and film legacy. But Lee was also a deeply philosophical thinker, learning at an early age that martial arts are more than just an exercise in physical discipline - they are an apt metaphor for living a fully realized life. Now, in Be Water, My Friend, Lee’s daughter, Shannon, shares the concepts at the core of his philosophies, showing how they can serve as tools of personal growth and self-actualization.

Indie Excellence Book Awards 1st Place Winner! U.S.A. Martial Arts Hall of Fame Book of the Year! IIMAA Best Martial Arts Book of the Year! Warrior Wisdom: Ageless Wisdom for the Modern Warrior is an award-winning book on how to live your life with character, honor, and integrity. This book is filled with enlightening quotes and insightful writing that will change your life! This highly acclaimed book has won multiple awards and is endorsed by some of the biggest names in both the martial arts world. Warrior Wisdom has been honored by four martial arts hall of fame organizations for its ...

Defensive Living is your key to unlocking success in a less-than-perfect world. This enlightening book presents the truth about how other people think and how you can successfully deal with people from all walks of life. The secret teachings in Defensive Living are simple, smart, powerful, and insightful. Learn the truth about what is going on in the minds of those around you. In Defensive Living, you will learn: • Strategies for dealing with different types of people • What to look out for in business and personal relationships • How to win the favor of almost everyone you meet • ...

The Warrior Lifestyle is the last installment of the award-winning Warrior Wisdom Series. This amazing book has been dubbed as highly inspirational and motivational by many of today's top martial artist. This motivational book will guide you through what it takes to live a life of honor. This insightful book guides you to live a lifestyle of character, honor, and integrity. Don't settle for an ordinary life; make your life extraordinary! This amazing series has been honored by four martial arts hall of fame organizations for its inspirational and motivational qualities. The ancient and ...

Your immutable path to victory! All 10 precepts in this concise audiobook cut to the heart of ending physical confrontations as quickly as possible with empty-hand techniques. Our definition of "ending" is to make the attack stop. There is no running after the now-fleeing assailant to catch and strike him down. There is no lesson, no teaching, no therapy, no epiphany. There is only making that bad guy stop what he is doing instantly so that you and those you care about will be safe. These 10 principles are style-agnostic and all about ending fights immediately.

Modern Bushido is all about helping you live a life of excellence and living your life to the fullest. In this enlightening prose, award-winning and bestselling author, Dr. Bohdi Sanders covers 30 essential, life-changing traits that will enable you to live an amazing life. This inspirational book clearly explains the principles needed to live a life of excellence and shows you how to immediately apply these traits in your life. Applying these traits will absolutely improve your life and the life of those around you! You will be motivated and inspired by the straightforward lessons and ...

Legendary 17th century swordsman Miyamoto Musashi’s exposition of sword fighting, strategy and Zen philosophy. Required reading for any martial artist, business person or student of strategy. Includes the one hour Zen inspired soundtrack The Mysterious Sound of Wind in the Bamboo. Performed on authentic Japanese instruments.

The Warrior Ethos is a MUST READ for every martial artist, warrior, and anyone who wants to improve his or her life! The Warrior Ethos contains 365 unique quotes, motivational commentaries, and inspirational affirmations, one for each day of the year! The Warrior Ethos is a daily motivational book for martial artists and warriors who want to live by the code of the warrior. This highly acclaimed book is a great source of motivation and inspiration for every martial artist, warrior, police officer, and military personnel! Written by multiple award-winning and bestselling author, Dr. Bohdi ...