Judo should be free as art and science from any external influences, political, national, racial, and financial or any other organized interest. And all things connected with it should be directed to its ultimate object, the benefit of Humanity.
Interpretation
Judo, like any art or science, should remain unaffected by outside influences and focus solely on benefiting humanity.
In this quote, Kano Jigoro emphasizes the intrinsic value of Judo as a discipline that should not be tainted or manipulated by external forces such as politics, race, or financial interests. He advocates for its practice and development to be aimed at enhancing the well-being of humanity, rather than being swayed by societal pressures or agendas.
In practice
In a speech about the importance of martial arts, one might use this quote to emphasize the pure motives behind practicing judo.
Judo is the way to the most effective use of both physical and spiritual strength. By training you in attacks and defenses it refines your body and your soul and helps you make the spiritual essence of Judo a part of your very being. In this way you are able to perfect yourself and contribute something of value to the world. This is the final goal of Judo discipline.
Nothing under the sun is greater than education. By educating one person and sending him into the society of his generation, we make a contribution extending a hundred generations to come.
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The purpose of the study of judo is to perfect yourself and to contribute to society.
Before and after practicing Judo or engaging in a match, opponents bow to each other. Bowing is an expression of gratitude and respect. In effect, you are thanking your opponent for giving you the opportunity to improve your technique.
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We ought to fly away from earth to heaven as quickly as we can; and to fly away is to become like God, as far as this is possible; and to become like him is to become holy, just, and wise.
In so many of our communities and countries, racism is endemic. It's built in, like a rot in a frame.
I love him who wants to create over and beyond himself and thus perishes.
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