Sunday, January 29, 2023

 

Sword is an extension of the arm:

Xiaoyao Sword | 逍遥剑

 

 
 
Xiaoyao Sword is one of the Wudang sword techniques, which is named after one of the famous works of an ancient Chinese philosopher Zhuangzi. The sword technique features continuous and free sword movements that embody the Taoist's idea of being free and unfettered. Xiaoyao Sword has been derived from Xiaoyao Palm, and the sword is an extension of the arm. One of the characteristics of Xiaoyao Sword is to attack at unexpected angles instead of relying solely on force. 
 
Liuxiang is a coach at Wudang Yunxi Caotang Wushu School. After coming to Wudang Mountain, he was particularly interested in Xiaoyao Sword when he saw his master practicing it. "One of the unique things about Wudang sword techniques is to cultivate the mind. A cultivated mind is all-conquering. To be truly free and unfettered, one should get rid of prejudices and preconceived ideas. In essence, they are all delusions." 
 
 
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