「柔よく剛を制す」という言葉は柔道の父・嘉納治五郎から由来し、中国の書物からの思想に基づいています。これは、柔・剛・弱・強という4つの要素を使い分けることが重要であるという教えであり、常に変化する状況に適応して勝利する方法を示しています。柔道の精神を表す言葉であり、「柔らかいものが硬いものに勝つ」という意味を持っています。敵の動きに合わせて反応する柔軟性が重要であり、穏やかであることが強さを誇ることにつながるとされています。
The Origin of the Teaching “Flexibility Overcomes Strength”
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Today is the day when Jigoro Kano, known as the father of judo, passed away.
Kano, who was 158cm tall and not endowed with a large physique, has many stories of defeating larger opponents.
It is said that he started training when he was a student at the University of Tokyo.
Although he was unbeatable in his studies, he struggled a lot at first because he was small and weak. However, by persevering in his training, he became strong and went on to establish the Kodokan Judo at the age of 21.
The essence of judo is considered to be “Flexibility Overcomes Strength.”
It means “gentle and kind things can actually defeat stronger ones.”
Today’s question is about the origin of this teaching “Flexibility Overcomes Strength.”
Origin of the Teaching “Flexibility Overcomes Strength”
Blue – Flexibility is more important than strength
Red – Flexibility and strength should be used differently
Green – Have the priests made a judgment yet?
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Word Test Answer
Red – Flexibility and strength should be used differently
Word Test Explanation
Explanation for Today
The phrase “Flexibility Overcomes Strength” originates from a Chinese text that discusses military and political ideologies.
It mentions “Flexibility overcomes strength, weakness overcomes power,” but it is not saying that “flexibility” or “weakness” is more important than “strength” or “power.”
In fact, it continues with “Handle these four properly and control them as needed.”
It emphasizes the importance of using these four elements interchangeably depending on the circumstances and timing.
Furthermore, it discusses the method of winning in a battlefield that is constantly changing.
One must not initiate actions but respond skillfully to the enemy’s movements.
Only then can one pacify the world, as it suggests.
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