The Concept of “Do” in Martial Arts: A Pathway to Personal Growth and Mastery
Martial arts, across cultures and disciplines, offer more than just techniques for self-defence or physical combat. They serve as a way to cultivate discipline, focus, and personal growth. A central concept that appears in many martial arts traditions is the term “Do” (道), which translates to “the way” or “the path.” This concept encapsulates not […]
En no Gyoja
En no Gyoja (Japanese: 役の行者), also known as En no Gyōja or En no Gyoja, is a legendary figure in Japanese history and folklore, considered the founder of the Shugendo tradition. Shugendo is a syncretic religious and spiritual practice that blends elements of Japanese animism, Taoism, Esoteric Buddhism, and Shintoism. En no Gyoja’s life and […]