The dojo kun is a series of principles for karate practitioners to strive
towards in order to better themselves and build character. It is traditionally
spoken at the end of class after the meditation.
English
seek perfection of character
be faithful
endeavor
respect others
refrain from violent behavior
French
recherche la perfection du caractère
sois loyal
surpasse-toi
respecte les autres
abstiens-toi de conduite violente
Japanese
hitotsu, jinkaku kansei ni tsutomeru koto
hitotsu, makoto no michi o mamoru koto
hitotsu, doryoku no seishin o yashinau koto
hitotsu, reigi o omonzuru koto
hitotsu, kekki no yu o imashimuru koto
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