The Eight Forces of Creation
“Eight forces sustain creation:
Movement and Stillness,
Solidification and fluidity,
Extension and contraction,
Unification and division.”
–Morihei Ueshiba (Japanese Martial Artist and Founder of Aikido, 1883-1969)
Everything Should Be Your Teacher
“Study how water flows in a valley stream, smoothly and freely between the rocks. Also learn from holy books and wise people. Everything – even mountains, rivers, plants and trees – should be your teacher.”
–Morihei Ueshiba (Japanese Martial Artist and Founder of Aikido, 1883-1969)
All Life Is a Manifestation of the Spirit
“All life is a manifestation of the spirit, the manifestation of love. And the Art of Peace is the purest form of that principle. A warrior is charged with bringing a halt to all contention and strife. Universal love functions in many forms; each manifestation should be allowed free expression. The Art of Peace is true democracy.”
–Morihei Ueshiba (Japanese Martial Artist and Founder of Aikido, 1883-1969)
Peace Originates With the Flow
“Peace originates with the flow of things – its heart is like the movement of the wind and waves. The Way is like the veins that circulate blood through our bodies, following the natural flow of the life force. If you are separated in the slightest from that divine essence, you are far off the path.”
–Morihei Ueshiba (Japanese Martial Artist and Founder of Aikido, 1883-1969)
When the Universe Bows Back to You
“When you bow deeply to the universe, it bows back; when you call out the name of God, it echoes inside you.”
–Morihei Ueshiba (Japanese Martial Artist and Founder of Aikido, 1883-1969)
