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WuDe (14 Virtues of Shaolin)
WuDe (14 Virtues of Shaolin)
For the same reason, the great Bodhidharma, the founder and
first patriarch of Zen Buddhism, gave his disciples in Shaolin
Temple, the monks and novices of the Order, almost 1,500 years
ago: The virtues of martial arts (Shàolín Wǔ Dé).
纪律 • Discipline
⾃制 • Self-control
謙虛 • Modesty
慈悲 • Benevolence
謙遜 • Humility 意愿 • Will
尊敬 • Respect 忍耐 • Perseverance
正义 • Righteousness 毅⼒ • Persistence
信⽤ • Trust 耐⼼ • Patience
忠誠 • Loyalty 勇敢 • Courage
TIME TO REFLECT:
Please take a moment for yourself to answer the questions below:
1
Are there any missing virtues that you think a person should
develop in today’s world?
5
Which virtues would most likely bring benefit to your life at
this moment in time and why?
When a thought comes up, ask yourself: Is it based upon the virtue?
When you're about to go into action: Is it based upon the virtue?
When you speak: Are your words based upon the virtue?
CONGRATULATIONS!
Today, you've set up your mind in the direction to a happy and
fulfilled life!
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