The value of Wushu is divided into four levels, namely, the value of "preventing, diagnosing and treating diseases" in the primary stage; The value of "strengthening the body and self-defense" in the intermediate stage; The value of "longevity, wisdom and morality" in the advanced stage; The value of "cultivating Confucianism and Buddhism" in the super stage.
Primary stage: the value of "preventing, diagnosing and treating diseases" Some people think that martial arts is "killing people". This view cannot be said to be unreasonable, because actual combat is one of the core features of China Wushu. Nowadays, there are many talented people in China Wushu circle, and the influence of China Wushu in the world is increasing day by day. But "from Yin to Yang, from softness to rigidity" truly reflects the two-way value of China Wushu. Wushu is both a "killing skill" and a "living skill". The so-called "living skills" means that Wushu has the value of "preventing, diagnosing and treating diseases". In fact, real martial arts masters are often proficient in medical skills: first, they can prevent and treat their own injuries; Second, we can also help others and do good deeds. Furthermore, Wushu cultivation itself should have three values: prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
Intermediate stage: the value of "strengthening body and self-defense" China Wushu has obvious value of strengthening body and self-defense, which has been recognized by the world. There is no doubt that actual combat is always inseparable from a strong body. Many people who practice martial arts used to be weak and sick, but after hard work, their bodies are getting stronger day by day. There are countless examples of this. The reason is that the human body is in a relatively advanced state of physical and mental function when practicing martial arts, with smooth qi and blood, vigorous spirit, natural refreshing and no disease. In a sense, there is a simple way to judge a person's basic martial arts skills, and that is to see whether he is healthy or not. Without Feng's sallow and emaciated face, he would be panting after a little exercise. It is unthinkable to say that his martial arts and skills are superior. People who learn martial arts must master the way of keeping in good health, abide by it carefully both inside and outside the work, and never disobey it; Otherwise, the theory and the achievement method may be biased, and the heavy consumption is not important, and the reunion is not reunion. On the contrary, learning martial arts has become a ruin, which really runs counter to the beginning of learning martial arts.
Advanced stage: the value of "longevity, wisdom and morality" has been difficult to determine since ancient times. If you are confined to the disputes between Shaolin, Wudang, Emei, Qingcheng and other sects, it is bound to be difficult to understand your true realm. The martial arts family in the world. In a word, there is no essential difference between Muay Thai, Judo, Jeet Kune Do, Taekwondo, Karate and Free Fight and China Wushu. We should seek common ground while reserving differences and pursue the highest realm of Wushu.
An old-timer who really understands the true meaning of Wushu will certainly be able to keep Wushu to a very high age. Not only that, the real martial arts training also has obvious longevity effect. As far as I know, one of the secrets of some old-timers is to take somatosensory breathing and pore breathing when boxing. This has largely solved the problem of energy loss in actual combat, and the effect is naturally extraordinary. Many old-timers are dying, and their physical strength and martial arts are not comparable to those of ordinary young people. The real longevity effect is that a few people can live to be 100 years old, help the world cure diseases every day and take care of themselves at the same time.
Wushu has obvious educational value. Throughout the ages, high-level martial arts practitioners are mostly people with both civil and military skills. True merit depends on hard practice, and mystery depends on deep thinking. Without a high degree of consciousness, it is difficult to reach a lofty realm. The cultivation of Wushu is all-round and three-dimensional, and the cultivation of mind is also essential. After practicing martial arts skillfully, the blood in the brain is unusually smooth and the thinking is agile, just like a clear spring. In this case, it is natural for martial artists to exert their wisdom. Besides, martial arts is only a means, and survival is the purpose. The so-called "work harder and be tolerant of men" is very reasonable. What's the use of practicing martial arts if you don't understand the truth of being a man? Besides, all masters are very innovative and can create a set of things on the basis of learning from others. As for an illiterate Beowulf, although it is everywhere, it is not the right way after all. Therefore, Wushu learners must pay attention to the level of wisdom and regard it as one of the standards to measure their own realm. Many people have neglected the intellectual value of Wushu from the beginning, even for life, resulting in the tragedy of "developed limbs and simple mind".
Wushu research has outstanding moral value. People who study martial arts must first learn to be a man, especially China martial arts, and pay attention to morality. I am not weak, I am respected. Kung fu has reached the upper level, and spiritual cultivation is difficult for ordinary people to achieve. There are two kinds of "morality": one is social morality, which mainly solves the relationship between oneself and others; One is natural morality, which mainly solves the relationship between man and the universe. Most people tend to limit "morality" to the category of social morality, while ignoring the higher level of natural morality. The mentality of martial arts masters can be summarized by four points (to be yin, to be yang, to be soft, and to be rigid), or "three prohibitions" (not to harm nature, not to violate the law and discipline, not to harm others, not to harm yourself). At this point, I am indeed full of compassion for all things in the world: "Without compassion" is called "kindness", and there is no need for any reason or excuse to do good and help others; "Compassion with the same body" is called "sadness", others have the slightest pain, and they feel the same way. This kind of virtue and this kind of heart can only be achieved by people with high martial arts cultivation, and should be an example for the vast number of martial arts lovers.
Super stage: the value of "cultivating Confucianism and Buddhism" In essence, China Wushu has a lot in common with Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. Confucianism emphasizes "integrity, sincerity, self-cultivation, keeping the family in order, governing the country, and leveling the world", and also emphasizes that "the people are only in danger, and the Tao is only in danger; Only the essence is exclusive, let it be stunned. " Taoism emphasizes that "nothingness gives birth to nature, natural anger, and qi is divided into yin and yang, and yin and yang are heaven and earth, and heaven and earth give birth to everything", and also emphasizes "swallowing teeth to produce fluid, refining body fluid, refining gas, refining spirit, refining gas, returning to the air, returning to the air, uniting the Tao and the realm". Buddhists emphasize that "when you reach the realm, you will become a Buddha, and Buddhism will educate all beings", and advocate that "you should consciously feel him and educate yourself". Wushu training to a certain extent will inevitably involve the above contents. There is a simple reason. Real martial arts learning must properly handle the relationship between form and spirit, life, society and morality, and individual and universe, which many predecessors with extremely rich practical experience have a deep understanding.
When it comes to fate, martial arts and Confucianism are completely interlinked. Confucianism especially emphasizes nourishing qi, as the saying goes, "I am good at nourishing my integrity." Mr. Ma Litao has profound internal skills, and qigong practice is the true biography of Confucian chicken husband. Ma Lao's martial arts was superb, and he repeatedly used the old blows. Wulin respectfully called him "Tank". According to Ma Lao's experience, the depth of internal cultivation directly determines the level of martial arts. Monks don't avoid Tao, monks don't avoid Tao. Wushu is also closely related to Taoism and Buddhism. From the perspective of martial arts, the realm of Taoism and Buddhism is mainly internal cultivation, which can just make up for the shortcomings of general martial arts. There is a famous saying in Wulin: "After three years of learning, you can fight all over the world; After three years of study, it is difficult to move. "An unintentional preacher will be embraced by the Buddha. Only by studying Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism with an open mind can we learn extremely beneficial nutrients from them and use them in Wushu research. Of course, I don't advocate people who study martial arts to believe in religion. In the process of learning the martial arts experience of Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism, we must keep a clear head and identify the essence and dross with a critical eye. Learning martial arts is similar to reading. You have to go in and out. Otherwise, you can only become a "martial artist" and a "nerd".