Morihei Ueshiba Quotes

In good training, we generate light (wisdom) and heat (compassion)

When your eyes engage those of another person, greet him or her with a smile and they will smile back. This is one of the essential techniques of the Art of Peace

The moon appears to be really present, but if you strike the water, nothing will be there. Similarly, your opponent should find nothing solid to strike

As soon as you concern yourself with the "good" and "bad" of your fellows, you create an opening in your heart for maliciousness to enter. Testing, competing with, and criticizing others weakens and defeats you.

One does not need buildings, money, power, or status to practice the Art of Peace. Heaven is right where you are standing, and that is the place to train.

Never fear another challenger, no matter how large; Never despise another challenger, no matter how small.

Large does not always defeat little. Little can become large by constant building; large can become little by falling apart.

When an opponent comes forward, move in and greet him; if he wants to pull back, send him on his way.

...your opponent is not really your opponent because you and your opponent become one.

Foster peace in your own life and then apply the Art to all that you encounter.

You cannot see or touch the divine with your gross senses. The divine is within you, not somewhere else

The era of organized religion controlling every aspect of life is over. No single religion has all the answers. Construction of shrine and temple buildings is not enough

The purpose of the Art of Peace is to fashion sincere human beings; a sincere human being is one who has unified body and spirit, one who is free of hesitation or doubt, and one who understands the power of words

Failure is the key to success; Each mistake teaches us something

Throw your partner by not throwing, pin him by not pinning.

Do away with emperors, kings, and artificial government; establish true equality; abolish capitalism; live in God’s heart, simply and purely!