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Some writing created by the grand master of one Shaolin Wing Chun school.

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This rule constitutes our School's way of thought. It is displayed in the School as to remind the students the meaning of their practice. It was composed by Grand Master Nam Anh ^[ 1 ] See also /tag/nam-anh and reflects his thoughts, his philosophy.

1. Understand the essence of life and death and live by the ensuing natural laws, through the indispensable worship of Individual Value and True Self of the human being

2. Venere the primacy of the Great Way and, among other things, respect and recognize the authority of Grand Masters and teachers

3. Promote actively our philosophy and the beautiful science of martial arts by the Royal Way, tinged with humanity and tolerance, in accordance with the Oriental cultural heritage

4. Keep an open mind towards the research and consideration of other ethical, scientific, and philosophical dimensions

5. Cultivate intensely the noble sentiments of love, fraternity, and solidarity in a perfect radiant communion emanating from oneself

6. Expect and foresee a long path, therefore knowingly prepare the spirit by loyalty and the body by perseverance

7. Fight any cause of disturbance of the natural order and undermining of our philosophical discipline by avoiding self-centredness, jealousy and all kinds of discrimination, notably those founded on race, sex or religion

8. Educate and correct others with consideration nature and intelligence

9. Live in the harmony of Heaven and Earth by the experience of life and death, always respecting the Karma of one another.