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Entries for November, 2008

The Origins of Aikido

Aikido is a name which is created by linking three characters in Japanese. Ai means joining, Ki refers to spirit and do means way. By taking these three terms together you get the essence of the art of aikido. Aikido can then be defined as a form of martial art which joins the spirit in [...]

The Diverse Concepts in the World of Aikido

The merger of the cultures of the East and West along with other factors have lead to people discovering novel means of self-discipline. This self-discipline is primarily existent in martial arts like Aikido which have Japanese origins.
Knowing Aikido Aikido’s basic principle emphasizes restraint from the use of force. Aikido is seen as one of the [...]