E Dan Principles

Question 1

The 5 codes of Tang Soo Do were originaly called

Answer 1

Hwarang Do Oh Kye

Question 2

The 5 codes represent

Answer 2

A model of conduct & a set of ideals which embody the ultimate goal of Tang Soo Do

Question 3

Loyalty to Country in Korean

Answer 3

Nara E Chung Sung

Question 4

Obedience to Parents in Korean

Answer 4

Boo Mo E Hyo Do

Question 5

Honor Friendship in Korean

Answer 5

Boong Woo Yoo Shin

Question 6

No Retreat in Battle in Korean

Answer 6

Im Jun Moo Toi

Question 7

In Fighting, choose with sense and honor in Korean

Answer 7

Sal Sang Yoo Taek

Question 8

The Literal Meaning of “Loyalty to Country” is

Answer 8

Country implies community, neighbor society, country

Question 9

The Literal meaning of “Obedience to Parents” is

Answer 9

Parents implies Father, Mother, teacher, elders, & instructors

Question 10

The Literal meaning of “Honor Friendship” is

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Friends implies associates, colleagues, brothers & sisters

Question 11

The Literal meaning of “No Retreat in Battle” is

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Battle signifies job, responsibility, duty, goal, ideal

Question 12

The Literal meaning of “In Fighting choose with sense and Honor” is

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Fighting means use of Tang Soo Do to defend against injustice

Question 13

The practical application of “Loyalty to Country” is

Answer 13

Faithfulness, devotion, sincerity, patriotism, & contribution

Question 14

The practical application of “Obedience to Parents” is

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Respect for others, esteem, honor, appreciation

Question 15

The practical application of “Honor Frienship” is

Answer 15

Brotherhood, sisterhood, trust, unity, responsibility, credibility, & humility

Question 16

The practical application of “No Retreat in Battle” is

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Determination, perseverance, duty, & courage

Question 17

The practical application of “In Fighting, Choose with sense & Honor” is

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Humanity, mercy, & wisdom

Question 18

Integrity means

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striving to be honest, sincere, nobel, & upright

Question 19

Concentration means

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the ability to focus on one matter from our fleeting thoughts. Paying attention and avoiding other thoughts

Question 20

Perseverance means

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persistent and repeated effort, an enduring willpower should be cultivated

Question 21

Respect & Obedience means

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A tolerant & sincer effort to understand & appreciate the customs & values of others; subordinate personal ego to instructor & Dojang Rules

Question 22

Self-Control means

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Winning over self, students should not lose prudence but discover self 1st& learn to control that self

Question 23

Humility means

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the opposite of a selfish & egotistic attitude, be humble, criticize & correct yourself, not others

Question 24

Indomitable Spirit means

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Ceaseless struggle with adversity; Proper Tang Soo Do training incorporates this resolute & unflinching determination

Question 25

Purpose of training should be enhancement of mental and physical betterment implies

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Tang Soo Do training should lie in the pursuit of pure ideas as in reaching the highest goal, otherwise it could lead to meaningless effort

Question 26

Serious approach implies

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Understand the whole concept of Tang Soo Do & its ideals; visualize those ideals internally

Question 27

All Out Effort implies

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Tang Soo Do works with body, mind, & spirit. Utilizing these 3 elements requires doing their best in terms of energy, commitment, & focus

Question 28

Maintain regular & constant practice implies

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In order to maintain balanced metabolism a practitioner should train regularly & steadily avoiding high or low extremes

Question 29

Practice basic techniques all the time implies

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Training requires practicing basic techniques consistently in order to maintain a high level of quality & caliber of performance

Question 30

Regularly spaced practice sessions implies

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The natural effect of metabolism requires a reasonable time between sessions for the body to adjust & reform in a developmental manner

Question 31

Always listen to & follow the direction of instructor or senior implies

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1000 years of cultural creation reflects the most favorable ways to train. A novice doesn’t have the fundamental to know what is correct.

Question 32

Do not be overly ambitious implies

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A lifetime commitment, its progressive pace contains limitations to all individuals. It’s obvious we should take one step at a time.

Question 33

Frequently inspect your own achievements implies

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One must review prior learned techniques for the purpose of the next promotion. Review balanced with reflection of past achievements builds confidence

Question 34

Always follow a routine training schedule implies

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A traditionally designed course which adhers to a normal & routine schedule has proven safe and effective

Question 35

Repeatedly practice all techniques already learned implies

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Diligent repetition of techniques is necessary to build immediate reactions & efficiency of movement

Question 36

When learning a new technique, learn thoroughly the theory & philosophy as well implies

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Each technique is unique & contains the How, Why, When, & Where to teach and learn. Visualize these elements while practicing the technique

Question 37

When you begin to feel idle, try to overcome this implies

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Everyone experiences a time of idleness, a period of stagnation or non-accomplishment. Overcoming this seperates the quitters from the achivers

Question 38

Cleanliness is required after training. Keep yourself and your surroundings clean implies

Answer 38

Warriors never leave traces. Strive for perfecting self and environment through physical, mental, & emotional cleanliness