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«A human being is judged in his interactions with
other human beings. The fact that one may excel
in one or more fields of personal endeavor is less
important than his behavior and humanity as these
are observed in his daily life.»
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Peter Georgiou, 1998
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Courtesy
All human beings are entitled to equal courtesy. This is equally applicable in
the dojo as well as outside. All human beings have the right to live their
lives according to their philosophy and no one has the right to impose upon
anyone else his view. This despite the deep conviction that one may hold to his
view. All, however, are entitled to argue in defense of their view.
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Karate ni sente nashi There is no first attack in karate
This is an inviolate rule. There can be no exceptions. This fundamental rule is
what distinguishes a karateka. A GoJu-Te student is never permitted to violate
this sacred principle of karate.
No GoJu-Te student is allowed to initiate or instigate a confrontation inside or
outside of the dojo.
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Respect (Minor Students)
No GoJu-Te student shall disrespect or encourage others to disrespect his/her
parents, teachers, elders or others in general.
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Obligation
Honoring one's obligations is at the center of GoJu-Te philosophy. Recognizing
and accepting one's obligations is a measurement of one's strength. No GoJu-Te
student is allowed to forego his/her obligations in any field of endeavor.
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Truth
At the epicenter of GoJu-Te study is the principle of truth. Once proven truth
in inviolate. No GoJu-Te student is allowed to stray from true principles.
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Good Scholastic Performance (School age Students)
No GoJu-Te student will be allowed to continue with his/her karate study at any
GoJu-Te dojo unless he/she maintains acceptable levels of scholastic
performance. Progress in scholastics is a measure of progress in GoJu-Te.
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Misbehavior
No GoJu-Te student will be allowed to continue with his/her karate study if
he/she engages in misbehavior either in the dojo or in society; any student who
is arrested and/or convicted for any crime is subject to immediate dismissal
from the school and diminution of rank.
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