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Old 10-28-2008, 09:03 AM   #6
C. David Henderson
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Re: R-e-s-p-e-c-t

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Mark Uttech wrote: View Post
Onegaishimasu. My take on bowing is something Suzuki Roshi said: "Bowing is a serious practice. You should be prepared to bow, even in your last moment". It is not kowtowing to anyone or anything; it is a most wonderful response/technique.
I really like this quote, and Mark's gloss. Bowing practice provides a form in much the same was as kihon techniques provide a way to train (other) martial principles. IM(hopefully-someday)HO

DH
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