Quotes by Morihei Ueshiba

About Morihei Ueshiba:

Morihei Ueshiba is often referred to as "the founder" Kaiso (???) or ?sensei (???/????), "Great Teacher".
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Loyalty and devotion lead to bravery. Bravery leads to the spirit of self-sacrifice. The spirit of self-sacrifice creates trust in the power of love.

Morihei Ueshiba

When life is victorious, there is birth; when it is thwarted, there is death. A warrior is always engaged in a life-and-death struggle for Peace.

Morihei Ueshiba

Always keep your mind as bright and clear as the vast sky, the great ocean, and the highest peak, empty of all thoughts. Always keep your body filled with light and heat. Fill yourself with the power of wisdom and enlightenment.

Morihei Ueshiba

A good stance and posture reflect a proper state of mind.

Morihei Ueshiba

Life is growth. If we stop growing, technically and spiritually, we are as good as dead.

Morihei Ueshiba

As soon as you concern yourself with the 'good' and 'bad' of your fellows, you create an opening in your heart for maliciousness to enter. Testing, competing with, and criticizing others weaken and defeat you.

Morihei Ueshiba

Do not look upon this world with fear and loathing. Bravely face whatever the gods offer.

Morihei Ueshiba

Your heart is full of fertile seeds, waiting to sprout.

Morihei Ueshiba

All life is a manifestation of the spirit, the manifestation of love.

Morihei Ueshiba

Study how water flows in a valley stream, smoothly and freely between the rocks. Also learn from holy books and wise people. Everything - even mountains, rivers, plants and trees - should be your teacher.

Morihei Ueshiba

Each and every master, regardless of the era or the place, heard the call and attained harmony with heaven and earth. There are many paths leading to the top of Mount Fuji, but there is only one summit - love.

Morihei Ueshiba

When an opponent comes forward, move in and greet him; if he wants to pull back, send him on his way.

Morihei Ueshiba

Author Bio

  • NameMorihei Ueshiba
  • Descriptionfounder of aikido
  • Aliases?sensei
  • BornDecember 14, 1883
  • DiedApril 26, 1969
  • CountryJapan
  • AwardsOrder Of The Rising Sun, 4th Class