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#3 Karate is an Aid to Justice

( #3)  🥋  Karate is an  Aid to  Justice  — 空手は義の補け In the philosophy of Karate, there is a deep understanding that true strength must always be guided by **righteousness**. The purpose of Karate is not to dominate others, but to uphold justice, protect peace, and support what is right. To practise Karate is to cultivate both ** physical ability** and **moral awareness**.  Every strike, block, and stance should reflect self-discipline and integrity. When we step into the dojo, we train not only our bodies but also our minds — learning to control our emotions, our impulses, and our sense of pride. A Karateka’s greatest weapon is not the fist, but a **just heart**. Karate teaches that power without moral direction becomes aggression, and skill without compassion becomes cruelty. Therefore, our goal is never to harm, but to protect — to defend ourselves and others when peace and fairness are threatened. In daily life, this principle reminds us to u...

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