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The Bodhisattva Warriors: The Origin, Inner Philosophy, History, and Symbolism of the Buddhist Martial Art Within India and Ch

by Nagaboshi Tomio

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This unique study of the development of the earliest form of Buddhist self-defense practiced by Chuan Fa monks and mystics shows the philosophical basis of the skills they passed on to subsequent generations.The material is presented so readers can understand that what we think of as a competitive sport is really a meditation mandala in action. Over 100 illustrations. Glossary, bibliography, and index.

Synopsis:

A study of the genesis and development of the earliest form of Buddhist self defense practiced by Chuan Fa monks and mystics.

Description:

Includes bibliographical references (p. [493]-516) and index.
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ISBN:
9780877287858
Subtitle:
The Origin, Inner Philosophy, History and Symbolism of the Buddhist Martial Art Within India and China
Author:
Dukes, Shifu Terrence
Author:
Tomio, Shifu Nagaboshi
Author:
Dukes, Terence
Author:
Nagaboshi, Tomio S.
Publisher:
Weiser Books
Location:
York Beach, Me. :
Subject:
General
Subject:
Martial Arts & Self-Defense
Subject:
Buddhism
Subject:
Karate
Subject:
Martial arts
Subject:
Kung fu
Subject:
Buddhism -- Doctrines.
Subject:
Martial arts -- Religious aspects -- Buddhism.
Subject:
Buddhism - General
Subject:
Youth Ministries
Subject:
Religion , Christian Education , Children
Subject:
Youth
Copyright:
1994
Edition Description:
Trade paper
Series Volume:
bk. 1
Publication Date:
19940601
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
560
Dimensions:
9 x 6.50 in
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