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OverviewA master illuminates the spiritual foundations of martial artspractice in this fully illustrated guide. • Presents an overview of the spiritual foundations of the martial arts. • Takes the reader through a well-illustrated series of self-defense techniques that utilize Ki energy. • An essential guide for anyone interested in a spiritually-centered martial arts practice. The Warrior Is Silent presents an overview of the spiritual foundations of martial arts practice in the East and its intimate connection with the perfection of the art itself. In addition, the author, an accomplished martial artist, takes the reader through a well-illustrated series of self-defense techniques that utilize Ki energy. Establishing a balance between the spiritual and physical aspects of the martial arts, The Warrior Is Silent is an essential guide for anyone interested in a spiritually-centered martial arts practice. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Scott ShawPublisher: Inner Traditions Bear and Company Imprint: Inner Traditions Bear and Company Dimensions: Width: 20.30cm , Height: 0.90cm , Length: 25.00cm Weight: 0.001kg ISBN: 9780892816682ISBN 10: 0892816686 Pages: 137 Publication Date: 17 January 2000 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. The Historical Foundations of the Martial Arts 2. The Mind of the Spiritual Warrior 3. The Meditation of the Spiritual Warrior 4. Ki: Internal and External Power 5. Refining the Physical Disciplines Afterword Bibliography IndexReviewsShaw's manual is an easy-to-read introduction to recognizing and developing the spiritual depth of the martial arts. Author InformationScott Shaw is a regular contributor to national martial art magazines and has a Ph.D. in Asian studies. He is the only non-Korean ever to be promoted to the rank of Seventh Degree Black Belt in Hapkido by the Korea Hapkido Federation. He is the author of Hapkido: The Korean Art of Self Defense and The Ki Process: Korean Secrets for Cultivating Dynamic Energy. He lives and teaches in Redondo Beach, California. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |