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From Prof. Tsung Cheng:
“Tai chi is the shorter version of tai chi chuan, which is * in Chinese. It originated in China. The word ‘chi’ here stands for the Chinese character which is not the
same as ‘chi’ or ‘qi’ in qigong (*) which is another form of ancient Chinese healing art. Qi in qigong means energy, whereas chi in tai chi means top or peak or most or very.”
International Journal of Cardiology 107 (2006) 119
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Cheng Xiao Wang the Chan’s Tai Chi master@
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wow a bunch of stupid white guys arguing about something they know fuck all about.
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you have to understand the forms in order to understand its combat techniques. yes the forms are for health in the beginning. as you learn more you will find that the forms for health are actually combative. every movement has a combat purpose. its to train your mind, body, and spirit patience. to have a firm stance and breath control in combat. its far more sophisticated than a lot of people think it to be.
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Thank you for posting something in a more referential authority. That is exactly what I’ve been trying to tell people… all I get is grief over it though.
Although the “very” mentioned is referencing “tai”. So I’m kind of at conflict, though I generally agree. For example; the mandarin word for sun is “Tai Yang” wherein Tai means very and yang is like the “yin/yang”.
I like that you sighted your sources though, that shows an *excellent* degree of professionalism.
Props.
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Thank you for your comment. I do agree with you to an extent. I practice Taijiquan on a martial level and have been studying taiji for over 9 years. After considerable time in this art I can tell you that a *lot* of extra trash has been compiled into what people now call “forms”. While it’s important to know forms for the sake of Taoyin (qigong) it’s far more important to focus on Shi San Shi (13 postures). Without them the forms are simply dead of function and purpose.
Thanks for commenting.
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as if you know anything about Ninjitsu even after watching all of those episodes. besides all they do is talk each other to death.
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i’ve never really looked at it like that. then again i haven’t been studying that long. i’ll be sure to have a more clear mind before stating a comment like that. thank you.
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Yes white people know nothing. lol, you my friend are ignorant of true spirituality, and will never experience the blessing that martial arts can give.
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What makes you so fucking special?
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The path in which I follow. This is what makes each of us special in our own way, the struggle to overcome weakness with true inner strength. This my friend is what makes me special. How about you? What makes you special?
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Well that was a BS answer.
Thanks for playing sparky
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I think Tiger Woods is the Grand Master of Chee tuh do. lol.
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Look for a Taoist Sanctuary and you will find some good practioners. Tough to find a good traditional Combat Tai Chi practioner. I had one for a few years, but they have passed on. This and Jujutsu is what Aikido is based on. Morihei Uyeshiba was a Master of Tai Chi, most people don’t know that.
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HAHA! That cracks me up!!! Nice pun; extra points for current news. lol
Of coarse it’s important to realize that the general population isn’t aware of the fine inner details of the situation. Maybe his wife was holding out on him, maybe their passion waned, who knows? People go outside of their marriage for a multitude of reasons.
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Never, is rather absolute condemnation… is it not? After all, the universe is a myriad of constant change.
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Don’t waste your energy on addressing negative comments. You won’t convince the others and you are not improving any aspect of yourself. Remember TTC 45:
“The wise steps out of the way
and lets the Tao speak for itself.”
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Touche. Thanks for the reminder.
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Acording to B.K. Francis Uyeshiba learned Baguazhang. History only accounts that he was in Asia mainland and that he got into trouble with the Chinese. Incidentally he only barely survived with last minute Japanese intervention. I’ve been looking for material covering Uyeshiba’s Chinese influences but nothing with any substance has surfaced. Can you sight your sources? This is the first I’ve ever heard of him practicing Taijiquan.
Thank you for your consideration.
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By practicing the movements slowly you perfect the structural integrity of them, create a balance between breath and movement, also you are teaching your muscles and you can rely on the muscle memory when you speed up the movements
Much the same as music, a musician would practice slowly in order to perfect and put themselves into it, and then rely on muscle memory. Hence it is an art
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Thank you, very true. I only wanted Akaoushi to face himself, not intended as a general statement. I will be more careful in my choice of words.
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He spent time in China to study the source of Chi, Ki, as he spent years Training in Aiki-jujutsu, and which takes it’s philosophical approach from such arts as tai chi, with the refinement in techniques that Japanese developed in jujutsu. So, he already was familiar with the system in his own line, as he had mastered these things, as he was aging he wanted to learn more about the internal aspect and had a Tai chi Master who trained him in the forest, there are many stories, from him he told.
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Yes I’m familiar with his journey to discover Qi, but as history records he was meeting up with like-minded individuals from the region: Koreans, Chinese, Japanese, et cetra. They had “Utopian” endeavors and were seen as possible regime resistants. I’m sure bias plays a part; there seems to be *no known source* of Uyesiba’s involvement with Chinese martial systems. While I’m sure it’s true, I’m seeking legitimate historical documentation. Have you read any such document?
Thanks for your reply
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All the info that I know has been passed down to me via my arts lineage, and Uyeshiba himself. My apologies for not having the sources you so desire.
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No apologies necessary Bro. My only desire is to represent history as it actually is, to be honest with ourselves and our descendants. In addition to that, people can sometimes have an uncanny degree of scrutiny when faced with ideas such as Uyeshiba’s practicing a non Japanese art. For these traditionalist, only historical documentation will suffice. Taijiquan is both my first art and longest studied. I would like nothing more than to be able to prove Aikido’s descendence. Thanks again!
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