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The Moo Do Chul Hahk (Moo Do Philosophy) presents a philosophy of the internationally recognized martial art grandmaster, Hwang Kee, who had a profound influence on the lives of thousands of martial arts partitioners throughout the world. Grandmaster Hwang Kee, the Founder of the Moo Duk Kwan, established the Korean Soo Bahk Do Association and served as its President for many years. He dedicated his life to the understanding and teaching of the traditional Korean Martial Art, Soo Bahk Do.

The Moo Do Chul Hahk describes a philosophy of the ＂martial way＂ (Moo Do). Moo Do is a philosophy of balance that emphasizes the development of virtue and character. This book is intended for martial arts practitioners who wish to advance their training with a deeper understanding and practice of Moo Do Philosophy. It includes a description of key elements of advanced martial arts techniques, including the development of Ki, techniques for internal development, healing techniques, the relationship between the primary and secondary directions, and the 13 elements and influences (sip sam seh).

This book is also intended for students and scholars of Asian Studies interested in the evolution of Asian philosophical thought in the practice of the martial arts. Readers will find an in-depth description of Taoist and Confucian philosophical principles and how these principles apply to a traditional Korean martial art.

Ultimately, the Moo Do Chul Hahk offers a message of hope and peace by following the principles of nature, harmony, balance and virtue.