Northern Seven Star Praying Mantis kung fu is a highly famed martial art recognized for its practical no none-sense approach to self defense. But perhaps lessor known is that it also promotes a strong foundational philosophy and value system that acts as a moral compass to guide you and keep your life on track. The philosophy of San He Wu De, or Three Harmonies and Martial Values, is a simple approach founded on three universal precepts: the Right Mind, the Right Values, and the Right Effort. In this current installment I will explore the Right Values, which prominently features traditional Chinese Martial Virtues (Wu De), encompassing five external and five internal values.
The Right Values form the second precept under the San He Wu De framework and equates to a martial code of ethics known as Wu De. This is foundational to Praying Mantis marital culture, and together with the Right Mindset (precept #1) forms the ground-work for effective decision-making that is manifested in actionable behavior. The Five External Values of Wu De include Respect, Humility, Honesty, Justice (Equality) and Loyalty. They are considered external values because of their importance in how you make actionable decisions and interact with others in the real world.
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Previously in Part One, I introduced the general framework of San He Wu De and explored the first precept of the Right Mind. If you have not read it already, I suggest you go back and do so before moving on as it will provide you with an important foundational understanding. Follow link here.
As always be kind, be passionate, and train hard.
Nathan Wright
Chief Instructor, China
Luo Guang Yu Seven Star Praying Mantis Kung Fu
November 24th, 2020
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