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Aikido Quote by 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 Great Spirit of Aiki enjoins all that is Divine and enlightened in every land. Unite yourself to the Divine, and you will be able to perceive gods wherever you are.” quote by Morihei Ueshiba
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““The Aikido I practice has room for each of the world's eight million gods and I cooperate with each of them. The Great Spirit of Aiki enjoins all that is Divine and enlightened in every land. Unite yourself to the Divine, and you will be able to perceive gods wherever you are.””

Morihei Ueshiba

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of Aikido, 1960

Aikido acknowledges the divine in every being, encouraging unity with the universal spirit to perceive divinity everywhere.

In simple terms: Aikido sees all life as sacred and connected.

Key Takeaway

Practice openness to all forms of divinity.

Themes

spirituality unity respect

Mood

calm reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • martial arts training
  • meditative practice
  • cross‑cultural spiritual study

Key Concepts

Aikido philosophy panentheism interconnectedness

Questions to Reflect On

  • In what ways can you honor the divine in everyday encounters?
  • How does this perspective change your approach to conflict?
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