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Old 12-04-2010, 04:48 AM   #88
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Re: YouTube: Golden Center Sword

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Katherine Derbyshire wrote: View Post
Why is it so astonishing? Both seek (roughly) to focus and channel the energy of the universe (be it ki or prana) through the individual. They are similar practices aimed at similar goals, and therefore perform equivalent functions within their respective systems.

(And note that "equivalent" was the word I used, not "identical.")

Katherine
Dear Katherine,
Perhaps you would care to elaborate on the similarity/links between the study of Kotodama theory and Prana yama training?
Kotodama theory is the concept that words have esoteric meaning eg Sutras /Mantras or basic Japanese alphabet sounds.
Prana yama is the practice of specific breathing techniques.
I appreciate that both may have some value as as training aid but I do not see a direct connection.
Yours Sincerely joe.
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