I come to you with only Karate, Empty Hands. I have no weapons, but should I be forced to defend myself, my principles or my honor, should it be a matter of life or death, of right or wrong, then here are my weapons, Karate, my Empty Hands.

Having an open mind does not necessarily lead to perfection. It is your ability to observe, analyze, discern, and understand the true essence that basic principles contain that point the way to perfection.

Gain confidence and you banish fear.

The humble man makes room for progress; the proud man believes he is already there.

There are no pure styles of karate. Purity comes only when pure knuckles meet pure flesh, no matter who delivers or receives.

The true Martial Artist is not the one who fears change, but the one who causes it to happen.

Humility and self-restraint is the True Objective of Kenpo