judo

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a sport adapted from jujitsu (using principles of not resisting) and similar to wrestling; developed in Japan

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Judo is the way to the most effective use of both physical and spiritual strength. Jigoro Kano

It was pure chance that led me to judo. Judo has helped me to understand that pictorial space is above al the product of spiritual exercises. Judo is in fact the discovery by the human body of a spiritual space. Yves Klein

Before and after practicing Judo or engaging in a match, opponents bow to each other. Bowing is an expression of gratitude and respect. In effect, you are thanking your opponent for giving you the opportunity to improve your technique. Jigoro Kano

In randori, one must search out the opponent's weaknesses and be ready to attack with all the resources at his disposal the moment the opportunity presents itself, without violating the rules of judo. Jigoro Kano

I will remain active in judo. Ryoko Tani

Judo teaches us to look for the best possible course of action, whatever the individual circumstances, and helps us to understand that worry is a waste of energy. Jigoro Kano

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