Category: meditation
Meditation of the Week: Integrity
“Righteousness guards him whose way is blameless, but sin overthrows the wicked.” ~ Proverbs 13:6 The Greek words alētheia (ἀλήθεια) and alēthes (ἀληθής) are translated as “integrity” in the New Testament and mean “truth or the state of being true.” Jesus is referred to… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Integrity”
Mediation of the Week: In Fighting, Choose with Sense and Honor
A Battle is a confrontation you did not agree to; it’s non-consensual, or something you would prefer not to engage. A “fight” is a consensual conflict like sparring or debate. The challenge is to maintain your self-control, humility, and respect during the “fight” –… Continue Reading “Mediation of the Week: In Fighting, Choose with Sense and Honor”
Meditation of the Week: No Retreat in Battle
While the immediate meaning is likely clear, the word “battle” is significantly more. Primarily, “battle” refers to self-defense or non-consensual conflict. This may be a verbal or a physical altercation. Either way, we are to train in such a way that we do not… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: No Retreat in Battle”
Meditation of the Week: Honor Friendship
The third code of Tang Soo Do. Like many things, the notion of friendship differs from country to country. In many Middle Eastern countries, people consider themselves “friends” the minute they meet. In some European countries, continuous contact is required to maintain a friendship,… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Honor Friendship”
Meditation of the Week: Respect
Respect values the dignity and contribution of another person. No team, family, organization, or relationship can last the test of time without respect. “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them” Jesus, Matthew 7:12 Many of us know this… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Respect”
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