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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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.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Judo enhances both physical and spiritual strength through discipline and training.
The quote by Kano Jigoro emphasizes the holistic benefits of practicing Judo, which goes beyond mere physical combat to refine both body and soul. It suggests that through continuous training and discipline in Judo, one can achieve personal perfection and contribute positively to society, highlighting the importance of integrating physical prowess with spiritual growth.
Themes
JudoStrengthDisciplineSpiritualTrainingPersonal Growth
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about personal development and discipline.
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