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Author : Asiapac Editorial
Publisher : Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9789813170384
In this book, you will learn about the legends of Shaolin and unveil the mysteries surrounding the Shaolin warrior monks.
Author : Lu Zhouxiang
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2019-03-18
Category : History
ISBN : 9780429537219
Shaolin Monastery at Mount Song is considered the epicentre of the Chan school of Buddhism. It is also well known for its martial arts tradition and has long been regarded as a special cultural heritage site and an important symbol of the Chinese nation. This book is the first scholarly work in English to comprehensively examine the full history of Shaolin Monastery from 496 to 2016. More importantly, it offers a clear grasp of the origins and development of Chan Buddhism through an examination of Shaolin, and highlights the role of Shaolin and Shaolin kung fu in the construction of a national identity among the Chinese people in the past two centuries.
Author : Meir Shahar
Publisher : University of Hawaii Press
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2008-01-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9780824831103
This meticulously researched and eminently readable study considers the economic, political, and religious factors that led Shaolin monks to disregard the Buddhist prohibition against violence and instead create fighting techniques that by the 21st century have spread throughout the world.
Author : Jwing-Ming Yang,Jeffery A. Bolt
Publisher : Action Pursuit Group
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0865680205
This book is a comprehensive study guide to the fundamental and intermediate levels of Shaolin long fist kung-fu. In terms of showing and preserving knowledge for the students and instructors of long fist, this volume provides an invaluable aid for teaching sequences and explaining other aspects of the style. This book lays a foundation for beginning and advanced stages of long fist in terms of giving the student of kung-fu a grounding in fundamental and intermediate knowledge and skill.
Author : Kiew Kit, Wong
Publisher : Cosmos Internet (Publishing Division)
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
This is the first kungfu book by a Shaolin Grandmaster, Sifu Wong Kiew Kit, who has become a legend. It gives a comprehensive introduction to Shaolin Kungfu, including: - The philosophy and history of Shaolin Kungfu. - A basic Shaolin Kungfu set with many secrets revealed. - Combat application. - Internal force training. - Kungfu weapons. - General principles of kungfu. It is a book that any Shaolin Kungfu practitioner should have.
Author : Brian Klingborg,Lai Hung
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1998-11-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781462916979
Master the northern style of Chinese Shaolin Kung Fu with this illustrated martial arts guide The Secrets of Northern Shaolin Kung-Fu: Pek Sil Lum is a comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of the traditional Chinese art known to the West as Northern Shaolin Kung-Fu. It includes a historical overview, basic positions, and authentic forms and techniques. Pek Sil Lum is especially renowned for its repertoire of kicking techniques, ranging from simple front kicks to jumping twirling crescent kicks to the dreaded tornado kick, and includes open- and closed-hand strikes and a number of weapons forms.
Author : Dr Hutan Ashrafian
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9780750957472
Warrior Origins is an account of the history and legends of the world's prominent martial arts and how they share a common heritage. It chronicles the origins of the Shaolin warrior monks, Shaolin Kung-Fu and their celebrated founder, Bodhidharma, who is also considered the first patriarch of Zen (Chan) Buddhism. The book considers Bodhidharma's origins in the context of ancient Persia and its royal houses and continues with the rise of Karate from ancient Okinawan roots to Japan and then into a global sport. It connects the record of Ninja and Ninjutsu and the influence of some of its latter luminaries, including Seiko Fujita, whilst also revealing new evidence on renowned martial artists such as Bruce Lee. This work takes a dramatically original approach to the heart of the martial arts and their founders. Author Dr Hutan Ashrafian, who holds black belt grades in several martial art styles, including a 5th Dan in Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate and championship medals in Karate and Judo at World and European Masters level, delineates the inheritance of these arts using innovative evolutionary approaches to find previously unidentified links between them. Warrior Origins traces the pattern from Bodhidharma to the remarkable diversity of modern martial arts.
Author : Wong Kiew Kit
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2022-07-19
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781462923526
The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu is the ultimate guide to Kung Fu, from theory to practical application. This unique martial arts book, by a renowned Grandmaster, is a complete and comprehensive introduction to Kung Fu and all other aspects of ancient Shaolin wisdom. You will learn the ancient art of the Shaolin monks from the famous Shaolin monastery. It will prove invaluable to everyone interested in martial arts, chi kung, and meditation, showing how Kung Fu and other Shaolin arts can bring you health, vitality, mental focus, and spiritual joy. Chapters include: What is Kung Fu?--Four Aspects of Kung Fu; The Importance of Force Training; Application for Combat and Daily Living; Kung Fu Philosophy for Deeper Understanding; The Benefits of Kung Fu The Historical Development of Chinese Martial Arts--Kung Fu in Prehistoric and Ancient Times; The Glorious Han and Tang; The Modern Period From Shaolin to Taijiquan--Shaolin Kung Fu; The Various Styles of Taijiquan; Soft and Hard, Internal and External A Comparative Study of Kung Fu--Contrasting Shaolin and Wudang Kung Fu; Xingyi Kung Fu and Taoist Concepts; Tanglangquan or Praying Mantis Kung Fu; The Spread of Southern Kung Fu Defining Aims and Objectives--Setting Aims for Kung Fu Training; Personal Objectives; Course Objectives The Foundation of Shaolin Kung Fu--Inheritance from Past Masters; Various Shaolin Hand Forms; Basic Shaolin Patterns From Form to Combat Application--The Four Directions of Attack; The Principles of Effective Combat; Specific Techniques Against Kicks Combat Sequences and Set Practice--Relieving Injuries Sustained in Sparring; Composing Your Own Kung Fu Sets Shaolin Five Animals--Understanding Characteristics and Essence; The Five-Animal Set; The Names of the Five-Animal Patterns Five-Animal Combination Set--How to Improve Combat Efficiency; Spacing and Timing in Combat The Internal Force of Shaolin Kung Fu--The Relationship Between Technique and Force; The Compassionate Art of Qin-Na; The Internal Force of Tiger Claw Tactics and Strategies--Using Continuous Attack Effectively; A Tactic to Distract Your Opponent; Selecting Strategies to Suit Particular Situations Classical Kung Fu Weapons--Staffs; Whips, Knives and Other Weapons; Light and Heavy Weapons Understanding and Developing Chi--The Various Genres of Chi Kung; Lohan Embracing Buddha; Abdominal Breathing Shaolin Kung Fu and Zen--Culitvating Heart, Nourishing Nature; Bodhidharma and Taoism in Zen The Shaolin Way to Enlightenment--Attaining a Focused Mind; Meditation to Train Awareness; Shaolin Kung Fu for Spiritual Development
Author : Donn F. Draeger,P'ng Chye Khim
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2020-03-31
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781462921607
A comprehensive guide to Shaolin Lohan Kung Fu from both ancient and contemporary masters. With a new foreword by historian and martial artist Alexander Bennett, Shaolin Kung Fu details the oldest form of this ancient Chinese martial art. Shaolin Kung Fu is prized for its elegant style, effectiveness as a fighting system and as an exercise that benefits both body and mind. Authors Donn F. Draeger and P'ng Chye Khim, both master martial artists and Shaolin experts, focus on the Lohan technique--believed to have developed from a form devised at the legendary Shaolin Temple some 1,500 years ago. This comprehensive book offers a practical introduction, including: The history and fundamentals of Shaolin Kung Fu The fundamentals of Shaolin A complete description of the Lohan technique and how to master it Detailed Shaolin training methods, including the use of weapons Weapons used in Shaolin This book is intended as a supplement to a dedicated training program and includes detailed instructions explaining both the solo and partner practice forms. Accompanied by over 400 photos and sketches, this excellent introduction to the Lohan form is a must-have for every serious student of Shaolin and Kung Fu. Shaolin Kung Fu was intended to provide Buddhist monks in ancient China with an art that would not only act as an intense conditioning tool, but also arm them with a formidable system of self defense. Though the context for these skills has changed, modern readers can benefit from this method in much the same way as its original students.
Author : Whalen Kwon-Ling
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2024-05-13
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9798325595141
This isn't just a martial art-it's a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and profound transformation that transcends the boundaries of time and space. As you take your first steps into the world of Shaolin Kung Fu, a sense of anticipation and wonder washes over you. The air is thick with the scent of incense, carrying whispers of centuries-old wisdom and untold tales of heroism. This isn't just another martial art-it's a sacred path, steeped in tradition and shrouded in mystery. At the heart of Shaolin Kung Fu lies a story as ancient as time itself-a tale of monks and warriors, of enlightenment and empowerment, of triumph and tribulation. It's a story that begins in the misty mountains of ancient China, where the legendary Shaolin Monastery stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration for all who seek the path of the warrior. The origins of Shaolin Kung Fu are cloaked in myth and legend, but one thing is certain: its birth heralded a new era in the annals of martial arts history. From the enigmatic figure of Bodhidharma, whose teachings laid the foundation for Shaolin's spiritual philosophy, to the valiant exploits of masters like Wong Fei-hung, whose legendary deeds echo through the ages, the early days of Shaolin Kung Fu are alive with the spirit of adventure and discovery. But Shaolin Kung Fu is more than just a physical discipline-it's a way of life, rooted in the profound teachings of Buddhism. Through meditation, mindfulness, and spiritual enlightenment, practitioners of Shaolin Kung Fu strive to transcend the limitations of the body and mind, unlocking their full potential as warriors and as human beings. As Shaolin Kung Fu spread across the vast expanse of China, it underwent a process of evolution and adaptation, giving rise to a kaleidoscope of styles and techniques. From the graceful movements of Tai Chi to the lightning-fast strikes of Wing Chun, each style bears the imprint of its cultural heritage, reflecting the unique aspirations and aspirations of its practitioners. Within the sacred precincts of the Shaolin Monastery, disciples from all walks of life gather to embark on a journey of self-discovery and mastery. Here, amidst the hallowed halls and echoing chambers, they undergo rigorous training, pushing themselves to the limits of their endurance in pursuit of martial excellence. But Shaolin Kung Fu is not just about physical prowess-it's about cultivating inner strength, resilience, and compassion in the face of adversity. It's about harnessing the power of the mind to overcome the obstacles that stand in our way and to unleash the boundless potential that lies within each and every one of us. In the modern world, Shaolin Kung Fu continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the globe, transcending cultural boundaries and uniting people from all walks of life in a shared pursuit of excellence. Through international tournaments, cultural exchanges, and the proliferation of martial arts schools, Shaolin Kung Fu has become a symbol of hope and empowerment for millions of individuals worldwide. So, are you ready to embark on your own journey of self-discovery and mastery? Are you ready to awaken the warrior within and embrace the transformative power of Shaolin Kung Fu? If so, then join us on this extraordinary odyssey-a journey of a lifetime that will forever change the way you see yourself and the world around you.
Author : Jonathan Clements
Publisher : Robinson
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2016-10-13
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472136473
Folk tales of the Shaolin Temple depict warrior monks with superhuman abilities. Today, dozens of East Asian fighting styles trace their roots back to the Buddhist brawlers of Shaolin, although any quest for the true story soon wanders into a labyrinth of forgeries, secret texts and modern retellings. This new study approaches the martial arts from their origins in military exercises and callisthenics. It examines a rich folklore from old wuxia tales of crime-fighting heroes to modern kung fu movies. Centre stage is given to the stories that martial artists tell themselves about themselves, with accounts (both factual and fictional) of famous practitioners including China's Yim Wing-chun, Wong Fei-hong, and Ip Man, as well as Japanese counterparts such as Kano Jigoro, Itosu Anko and So Doshin. The history of martial arts encompasses secret societies and religious rebels, with intimate glimpses of the histories of China, Korea and Japan, their conflicts and transformations. The book also charts the migration of martial arts to the United States and beyond. Special attention is paid to the turmoil of the twentieth century, the cross-cultural influence of Japanese colonies in Asia, and the post-war rise of martial arts in sport and entertainment - including the legacy of Bruce Lee, the dilemma of the ninja and the global audience for martial arts in fiction.
Author : Jack Cheong
Publisher : Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2018-09-19
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9789812299857
This book unravels the mystery behind Chinese martial arts, or wushu, an exotic branch of traditional Chinese culture. It traces how the rough and ready brawls of Chinese cavemen matured into the polished gongfu of Shaolin and Wudang warriors. But the art of gongfu is more than just martial abilities -- it is also about a philosophy and chivalry code. This volume sheds light on the legend of Bruce Lee, the Yue Maiden Sword and tells you more: * Do the Acupoint Tapping, Light Skills (qinggong), and "straying down demonic paths" that we see in period drama really exist? * What are the various boxing and weapon arts, and the various schools and styles? * Are E'mei Sect, Huashan Sect, Kunlun Sect, Kongtong Sect and Natural Sect documented in Chinese history? This is an easy and entertaining read, and a must-buy for budding martial-art fans. Be dazzled by the power and grace of Chinese martial arts, which stands tall in a class of its own!
Author : Hutan Ashrafian
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2014-07-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780750957472
WARRIOR ORIGINS is an account of the history and legends of the world’s prominent martial arts and how they share a common heritage. It chronicles the origins of the Shaolin warrior monks, Shaolin Kung-Fu and their celebrated founder, Bodhidharma, who is also considered the first patriarch of Zen (Chan) Buddhism. The book considers Bodhidharma’s origins in the context of ancient Persia and its royal houses and continues with the rise of Karate from ancient Okinawan roots to Japan and then into a global sport. It connects the record of Ninja and Ninjutsu and the influence of some of its latter luminaries, including Seiko Fujita, whilst also revealing new evidence on renowned martial artists such as Bruce Lee.This work takes a dramatically original approach to the heart of the martial arts and their founders. Author Dr Hutan Ashrafian, who holds black belt grades in several martial art styles, including a 5th Dan in Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate and championship medals in Karate and Judo at World and European Masters level, delineates the inheritance of these arts using innovative evolutionaryapproaches to find previously unidentified links between them. Warrior Origins traces the pattern from Bodhidharma to the remarkable diversity of modern martial arts.
Author : Sensei/Renshi Nathan Chlumsky
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2015-05-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9781329119420
Inside Kungfu: Chinese Martial Arts Encyclopedia is intended to serve as a general reference tool for anyone interested in the martial arts, its history, or even China's history. The book takes a look "Inside" Chinese Martial Arts only, with a chart devoted to Chinese, Japanese and Korean pronunciation; A section about China's Martial History; A section about the Shaolin Temple History; Information about the Beijing Opera; Information on several martial arts from A to Z totaling around 363 styles; Information on over 110 weapons used throughout China's history, and much, much more. Including dynamic pictures and illustrations by myself and even a little information about yours truly. It is my love, respect and admiration for the martial arts that has inspired me to write this book in hopes that, you, the reader, enjoys learning the facts and history as much as I did; and maybe, inspire you to take a wonderful journey in the martial arts training of your choice if you have not already done so.
Author : Robert W. Smith
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2012-01-09
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781462903276
Learn the secrets of Shaolin Temple boxing also known as Shaolin Kung Fu with this illustrated matrtial arts guide. Shaolin Temple boxing is the father of all boxing forms in China and is a close ancestor of Japanese karate. Despite the widespread study of Shaolin kung fu, however, the true origins and history of this exciting martial art have been obscured by wildly fanciful myths and legends that have arisen over the centuries, leading martial-arts authority Robert W. Smith to remark, "There are no good books on Shaolin Temple boxing. There are only varying degrees of poor." In Taiwan, however, Smith had the good fortune to discover a short, anonymous work in Chinese that he believed revealed the essence of Shaolin. This kung fu book is the English version of that text. Abundantly and attractively illustrated, it is a fascinating account of the history of an ancient martial art, as well as a concise martial arts manual explaining the fundamental philosophy and techniques of Shaolin Temple boxing.
