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           An Isshinryu Martial Artist’s Golden Creed
                      "Respect"
                                         By: Grandmaster Phil Little 08-01-05

Within the Isshinryu family, we should pledge to treat each other with dignity and respect.  Isshinryu Karate is a major team made up of thousands of components from Associations to individuals in a Dojo.  Therefore, there must be a connection with common ground rules so that when one Karate-Ka approaches another, there is an immediate unquestionable cooperation and respect.  Respect is what allows us to expect and appreciate the best in others instead of distrusting what is different.  Respect is the essential component for the development of disciplined and effective Dojo’s.  Lack of respect on any level destroys trust and erodes the Dojo’s cohesion.  The Isshinryu community should not tolerate any level of disrespect.  Respect also includes the broader issue of civility, i.e. the way people treat those they come in contact with.  Tact and courtesy are demonstrations of respect and should therefore always characterize and define anyone who claims to be a member of the Isshinryu family.

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