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Taekwon-Do Moral Culture (Jungshin Sooyang 중ㅅ힌
소오양)
There is more to Taekwon-Do than strikes, blocks, kicks and Olympic
competition, that is why General Choi, the Father of Taekwon-Do included Moral Culture into the philosophy of the Art (see pages 28-36 of the Condensed Encyclopedia of Taekwon-Do by General Choi).
One important part of Taekwon-Do Moral Culture is Public/Community Service. Where many so called Taekwon-Do schools
and organizations only give lip-service to this ideal, Centennial Taekwon-Do has made it an integral part of our school's
training and philosophy.
General Choi says, "It is an endeavor and process of
becoming an exemplary person. To become such a person, one has to first find himself and acquire a moral character respected
by all. This can only be achieved through constant practice of mental discipline. Thus, if the times call for
it, the mentally disciplined man can contibute to the building of an ideal society through wise counsel to the government
and, even after death, through his everlasting examples. To promote the sense of morality one must treat others with
faithfulness and sincerity based on righteousness, and eliminate completely vicious thinking. Everyone of us, as a social
being, desires to live in a free and peaceful society. At the same time, it is our obligation to build such a society
for the people. In Taekwon-Do a heavy emphasis is placed on Moral Culture, for it not only promotes a healthy body and
a keen mind but good sportsmanship and the perfection of moral behavior. As ancients Greeks first espoused in their
sound mind, sound body, creative spirit concept, the more disciplined and cultivated the mind is, the more disciplined and
cultivated will be the student's use of Taekwon-Do."
Public Service Sahwe Bongsa 샇웨 봉사 "By contributing labor to the community, especially to the poor or diabled, the student learns charity, comradeship, tolerance and a sense of generosity." General Choi Hong Hi Our Current Community Service Mrs. Kaser, 1st Gup Red Belt is heading up a project to help get donations for the Smaratians Purse which provides gifts for children at Christmas time who would otherwise never receive anything. This is an international effort, all students are encouraged to fully participate in this very worthwhile service project. Pick up fliers at class for information on how to help, or see Mrs. Kaser. Shoe box donations need to be to Mrs. Kaser by November 20, 2009. |
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