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Luohanquan: China's Buddhist Monk Fist Fighting Techniques: Strong stances for powerful punches

Luohanquan: China's Buddhist Monk Fist Fighting Techniques: Strong stances for powerful punches

Niedermann, Adams Christoph

Paperback

Martial Arts

ISBN13: 9798280477940
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 18 2025
Pages: 104
Weight: 0.33
Height: 0.22 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English

This book explores the ancient Chinese martial art of Luohanquan, tracing its origins in Buddhist monasteries to its practice in modern times. Through detailed chapters, it examines the art's historical development, philosophical foundations, and technical aspects while highlighting personal stories from practitioners. The writing focuses on how this traditional discipline blends physical training with mental cultivation, offering insights into its health benefits, combat applications, and spiritual dimensions. Rather than presenting a rigid instruction manual, the work captures the living tradition of Luohanquan as passed down through generations of masters and students. Readers will discover how this martial art serves as both a method of self-defense and a path to personal growth, maintaining relevance across centuries by adapting to changing times while preserving its core principles. The book provides a thoughtful look at how movement, meditation and moral teachings intertwine in this enduring practice.

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