The Philosophy of Aikido

by John Stevens

Book Overview

At last, a clear and insightful look at the system of beliefs that is the basis for the practice of Aikido. "The Philosophy of Aikido" is an invaluable guide for practitioners-whether beginning or advanced-wishing to know more about the context in which Aikido was developed and Aikido's implications for the world today. Some of the ideas discussed are: the relation of Aikido to such Asian traditions as Shinto, Shingon Buddhism, Omotokyo esotericism,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1626549931
• ISBN13: 9781626549937
• Release Date: February 2013
• Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media, LLC.
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Excellent, eloquent, thought-provoking book

I was extraordinarily impressed by this book. Author Stevens has provided a succinct overview of the philosphy of Aikido. What is at least as impressive is how he ties in religious and philosophical threads from many other traditions, eastern and western, ancient and modern, in a way which sets Aikido's spirituality in a wonderfully broad and rich context. He does this in a way which is not at all forced or contrived, but truly sensible and resonant. A work of this philosophical and religious depth is a real find at any price. Personally, I found this book very moving and thought-provoking, and a great help in my spiritual search. I strongly recommend it for all Aikido practitioners, as well as all those generally interested in eastern philosophy and comparative religions.