The
name Goju-Ryu was derived from a Chinese kempo (chuan fa) peom of an
ancient text called the "Bubishi". The proper Chinese translation would
be "Wu Bi Shii" 武備志(Traditional
Chinese) or 武备志(Simplified
Chinese)
In the peom that follows (translated in English), on the third line yo u c an fin d the
statement of Goju.
"Wu Bi Shii"
- Wu Bei Zhi
The mind is one with
Heaven & Earth
The Circulatory rhythm of
the body is similar to the cycle of the Sun & the Moon
The way of inhaling & exhaling is hardness
and softness
Act in accordance with time and change
Techniques will occur in the absence of conscious thought
The feet must advance & retreat, seperat &
meet
The eye do not miss even the slightest change
The ears listen well in all directions
