Oath of Goju by Master Chojun Miyagi

Be humble and polite

Train considering your physical strength

Practice earnestly with creativity

Be calm and swift

Take care of your health

Live a plain life

Do not be too proud or modest

Continue training with patience


The Special Merits of Karate by Chojun Miyagi (1934)

A large space is not required.

It can be practiced alone.

Its practice does not require much time.

Men and women, young or old, can practice karate; it depends entirely upon one's constitution. Proper kata can be selected and practiced at one's discretion.

One can practice with empty hands or the use of simple equipment can also be employed without much expense.

Training in karate improves one's health. This fact is evident from the physical condition of aged enthusiasts.

Physical and mental unity develops an indomitable spirit.


Precepts of Okinawan Goju Ryu by Chojun Miyagi

It should be known that secret principals of Goju Ryu exist in the kata.

Goju Ryu Karate-do is a manifestation within one's own self of the harmonious accord of the universe.

The way of Goju Ryu Karate-do is to seek the way of virtue.


Patience by Chojun Miyagi (1888-1953)

"You must, above all, learn the art of true and real patience. Follow the WAY of patience to the seventh power and never be in a hurry to learn. Always think first and avoid acting rashly. Never harm anyone or let yourself be harmed."


The Last Teachings by Chojun Miyagi

Do not be struck by others.

Do not strike others.

The principle is the peace without incident.

Respect others
Be courageous
Train your mind and body
Practice daily and protect traditional karate-do
Strive to teach the essence of Goju-Ryu
Never give up

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Heaven and Earth are described as Kenkon in Japanese.

Ken meaning heaven and Kon indicating earth. Heaven is shown as round and earth as square, which symbolises the vastness of heaven and earth.

The badge expresses the harmony of hardness and softness in nature...heaven and earth.

The meaning of Goju is directly related to the badge since this also means hard and soft, Go translates as hard whilst Ju equals soft.

The symbol within the circle is the family crest of the Miyagi family, since the idea of heaven and earth, hard and soft originated with Miyagi Sensei.