Morihei Ueshiba

Foster and polish the warrior spirit while serving in the world; illuminate the path according to your inner light.

— Morihei Ueshiba

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

— Morihei Ueshiba

The techniques of Aikido change constantly; every encounter is unique, and the appropriate response should emerge naturally. Today's techniques will be different…

— Morihei Ueshiba

The real purpose of the martial arts must be to purge oneself of petty ambitions and desire, to obtain control of one’s…

— Morihei Ueshiba

Your voice is a very powerful weapon. When you are in tune with the cosmic breath of heaven and earth, your voice…

— Morihei Ueshiba

“The Aikido I practice has room for each of the world's eight million gods and I cooperate with each of them. The…

— Morihei Ueshiba

Aikido is the spirit of loving protection for all beings.

— Morihei Ueshiba

YOUR HEART IS FULL of fertile seeds, waiting to sprout. Just as a lotus flower springs from the mire to bloom splendidly,…

— Morihei Ueshiba

THE BODY SHOULD be triangular, the mind circular. The triangle represents the generation of energy and is the most stable physical posture.…

— Morihei Ueshiba

EACH AND EVERY master, regardless of the era or place, heard the call and attained harmony with heaven and earth. There are…

— Morihei Ueshiba

To injure an opponent is to injure yourself. To control aggression without inflicting injury is the Art of Peace.

— Morihei Ueshiba

Those who are possessed by nothing possess everything.

— Morihei Ueshiba

There are many paths leading to the top of Mount Fuji, but there is only one summit - love.

— Morihei Ueshiba

INSTRUCTORS CAN impart a fraction of the teaching. It is through your own devoted practice that the mysteries of the Art of…

— Morihei Ueshiba

THE PATH IS exceedingly vast. From ancient times to the present day, even the greatest sages were unable to perceive and comprehend…

— Morihei Ueshiba

PRACTICE OF THE Art of Peace enables you to rise above praise or blame, and it frees you from attachment to this…

— Morihei Ueshiba

If your heart is large enough to envelop your adversaries, you can see right through them and avoid their attacks. And once…

— Morihei Ueshiba

BE GRATEFUL EVEN for hardship, setbacks, and bad people. Dealing with such obstacles is an essential part of training in the Art…

— Morihei Ueshiba

Now and again, it is necessary to seclude yourself among deep mountain and hidden valleys to restore your link to the source…

— Morihei Ueshiba

All the principles of heaven and earth are living inside you.

— Morihei Ueshiba

True victory is self-victory; let that day arrive quickly!

— Morihei Ueshiba

“In the art of peace, a single cut of the sword summons up the wondrous powers of the universe. That one sword…

— Morihei Ueshiba

There are times when you may be overwhelmed by the teachings of the Way. At such moments, it is important to continue…

— Morihei Ueshiba

THE ART OF PEACE is the religion that is not a religion; it perfects and completes all religions.

— Morihei Ueshiba

IF YOUR OPPONENT strikes with fire, counter with water, becoming completely fluid and free-flowing. Water, by its nature, never collides with or…

— Morihei Ueshiba