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Morihei Ueshiba

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Economy is the basis of society. When the economy is stable, society develops. The ideal economy combines the spiritual and the material, and the best commodities to trade in are sincerity and love.


— Morihei Ueshiba


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Do not look upon this world with fear and loathing. Bravely face whatever the gods offer.


— Morihei Ueshiba


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Your heart is full of fertile seeds, waiting to sprout.


— Morihei Ueshiba


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When an opponent comes forward, move in and greet him; if he wants to pull back, send him on his way.


— Morihei Ueshiba


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In extreme situations, the entire universe becomes our foe; at such critical times, unity of mind and technique is essential - do not let your heart waver!


— Morihei Ueshiba


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Those who are possessed by nothing possess everything.


— Morihei Ueshiba


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Create each day anew.


— Morihei Ueshiba


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Mankind's role is to fulfil his heaven-sent purpose through a sincere heart that is in harmony with all creation and loves all things.


— Morihei Ueshiba


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Opponents confront us continually, but actually there is no opponent there. Enter deeply into an attack and neutralize it as you draw that misdirected force into your own sphere.


— Morihei Ueshiba


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Your spirit is the true shield.


— Morihei Ueshiba


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Did you know about Morihei Ueshiba?

I went to many places seeking the true budo. The Ueshiba Dojo in Ayabe was used to train members of the Ōmoto-kyō sect. In his later years he was regarded as very kind and gentle as a rule but there are also stories of terrifying scoldings delivered to his students.

He is often referred to as "the founder" Kaiso (開祖?) or Ōsensei (大先生/翁先生?) "Great Teacher". Morihei Ueshiba (植芝 盛平 Ueshiba Morihei? December 14 1883 – April 26 1969) was a famous martial artist and founder of the Japanese martial art of aikido.

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