DOJO KUN

These Dojo rules were laid down by the Okinawan master of Karate, .... Sakugawa Shungo. He based them on the chinese dojo kun, which dates back to the time of Bodhidharma.

One, to seek the perfection of character

One, to follow the path of truth

One, to cultivate the spirit of effort

One, to esteem etiquette

One, to admonish brute courage

 

The translation used by the JKA (Japan Karate Association).

Seek perfection of character

Be faithful

Endeavor

Respect others

Refrain from violent behavior