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Only through training will a person learn his own weaknesses... He who is aware of his weaknesses will remain master of himself in any situation.
Gichin Funakoshi
Spirit first, technique second.
Gichin Funakoshi
Once a kata has been learned, it must be practised repeatedly until it can be applied in an emergency, for knowledge of just the sequence of a kata in karate is useless.
Gichin Funakoshi
To search for the old is to understand the new.
Gichin Funakoshi
Karate is a technique that permits one to defend himself with his bare hands and fists without weapons.
Gichin Funakoshi
In battle, do not think that you have to win. Think rather that you do not have to lose.
Gichin Funakoshi
When you look at life think in terms of karate. But remember that karate is not only karate -- it is life.
Gichin Funakoshi
Apply the way of karate to all things. Therein lies its beauty.
Gichin Funakoshi
You must ignore the bad and adopt the good.
Gichin Funakoshi
Always be ready to release your mind.
Gichin Funakoshi
First know yourself, then know others.
Gichin Funakoshi
When you are learning a new technique, practice it wholeheartedly until you truly understand it.
Gichin Funakoshi
Success, cannot be attained alone. Any person's time and power is limited. A wise leader enlists others in working toward organizational goals.
Gichin Funakoshi
Inner mental technique is more important than the physical one.
Gichin Funakoshi
The spirit of karate practice and the elements of training are applicable to each and every aspect of our daily lives.
Gichin Funakoshi
Karate begins and ends with courtesy.
Gichin Funakoshi
Don't pretend to be a great master and don't try to show off your strength.
Gichin Funakoshi
In time of grave public crisis, one must have the courage to face a million and one opponents.
Gichin Funakoshi
