Re: Struggles with Bowing
i almost always perform a complete respectful bow with my forehead to the mat: to the kamiza and O Sensei, to my Sempai/instructors, to fellow students, to children, etc. to me, respect (Rei) and honor are paramount. Aikido is compatible with all religions and spiritual beleifs, O Sensei explained all of this. people should probably leave their religion outside of the dojo or find a martial art that doesn't inlude respectful bowing, there are many out there. anyway, i am certain that God has no problem with us bowing to one of his Saints.
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