Art Quote by Kenwa Mabuni
“Do not fall into the trap of thinking that just because a kata begins to the left that the opponent is attacking from the left.”
About This Quote
Source Martial Arts Manual: Ninjutsu Techniques, 1930s
Do not assume attacks based solely on a move’s direction; opponents may feint.
In simple terms: Don’t judge by appearances alone.
Key Takeaway
Stay alert, read intent.
Themes
martial arts
strategy
awareness
Mood
focused
cautious
Type
instructional
practical
When to use this quote
- sparring
- self‑defense
- competition
- training drills
Key Concepts
tactics
deception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance intuition with observation?
- When have you misread a cue?
A Different Perspective
Over‑analysis can cause hesitation; sometimes patterns are reliable.
