Hello, devotees of the Kuji-In! As part of my continuing quest to gain the thoughts of the ninja grandmaster (from a distance) on the mysteries of the Kuji-In, in today's post, I feature an excerpt from Secrets of Ninpo Taijutsu (page 103), Chapter 5: Tokagure-ryu Ninpo Taijutsu, Unarmed Fighting Techniques of the Samurai, Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi, translated by Doug Wilson et al, published by Kodansha International, first edition, 2008.
In this section of his book, Hatsumi sensei refers to some techniques of Henso Taijutsu from the shichiho sanpo forms, using an array of ninja tools. "These include kyojitsu issen, blinding powder, the element of surprise, restraint from taking a life, chanting the kuji (nine-word prayer) ‘Gakoraitosha, akumafudo’ to render the enemy unable to move, or chanting the kuji ‘Goshin tsuriki teki taisan shometsu’ to send the enemy fleeing. Here, I open both my eyes and observe spirits finding their way home during the week of the autumnal equinox at the River Styx – I have the eyes of a dragon. That is the reason why I have the name Venerable White Dragon. Uttering the words ‘Goshin chinkon teki reibaku eimin’ (prayer for the deceased) and possessing the ninja’s dream, I enter Nirvana!”
Any thoughts or insights on the mysterious references to these kuji prayers?
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Domo arigato!
-t.n.o.-
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Facebook Page Devoted to the Kuji-In
Hello, my spiritual buyu! I trust this finds you well...
Today's post: I just discovered there's a Facebook page devoted to the Kuji-In; it can be found here: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=4920849614#/group.php?gid=4920849614.
It doesn't seem to be active, but maybe we can change that.
Of course, I did announce to the small membership of that page the existence of this humble blog, so I'm thinking it would be cool if we could somehow stimulate a bit of dialogue. As I told the folks there, as far as I am concerned, the more serious involvement there is in this precious practice, the better.
Well, we'll see. I'm just thankful these teachings are available and I look forward to continued practice.
Devotedly yours,
-T.N.O.-
Today's post: I just discovered there's a Facebook page devoted to the Kuji-In; it can be found here: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=4920849614#/group.php?gid=4920849614.
It doesn't seem to be active, but maybe we can change that.
Of course, I did announce to the small membership of that page the existence of this humble blog, so I'm thinking it would be cool if we could somehow stimulate a bit of dialogue. As I told the folks there, as far as I am concerned, the more serious involvement there is in this precious practice, the better.
Well, we'll see. I'm just thankful these teachings are available and I look forward to continued practice.
Devotedly yours,
-T.N.O.-
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Revised Dates Posted for Kuji no In DVDs Due From Anshu Stephen K. Hayes
Greetings, everyone. This just in:
We've just detected there has been a change in the scheduled release of two Kuji-In DVDs to be released from martial arts legend Anshu Stephen K. Hayes, the "first American ninja."
As we have previously reported, Anshu Hayes is poised to re-introduce his monthly private-lesson DVD study program, and the first six lessons include two on the Kuji no In, otherwise known, of course, as the Kuji-In.
The May installment was originally scheduled to feature "Kuji no In Overview Part 1," with a follow-up part 2 slated for the June edition. However, that's been backed up a month. The first Kuji DVD will come out in June now, according to Mr. Hayes' Web site, while the follow-up is slated for release in July.
And as previously noted in our original posting, subscribers to the monthly program will still get their DVDs in a more timely manner at a reduced price point per DVD than those that wait to buy individual DVDs separately.
But if you just want the two Kuji DVDs, perhaps the smartest approach to take is to join the subscription program right before June or on June 1, then quit after you receive the July DVD. That way you get them both right away, and at a price that's about $5 off the regular price point.
However, I don't know if there is a minimum number of months for the subscription, and if I can find out, I'll provide an update.
Check out this page on his Stephen K. Hayes Quest Web site for more information on his private-lesson DVD program.
Anshu Hayes has previously released for public consumption a DVD you might be interested in, "Kuji 6: Thought Projection," which can also be purchased online at his Web site.
In the meantime, as the great teacher of myth, Joseph Campbell often said, "follow your bliss."
We've just detected there has been a change in the scheduled release of two Kuji-In DVDs to be released from martial arts legend Anshu Stephen K. Hayes, the "first American ninja."
As we have previously reported, Anshu Hayes is poised to re-introduce his monthly private-lesson DVD study program, and the first six lessons include two on the Kuji no In, otherwise known, of course, as the Kuji-In.
The May installment was originally scheduled to feature "Kuji no In Overview Part 1," with a follow-up part 2 slated for the June edition. However, that's been backed up a month. The first Kuji DVD will come out in June now, according to Mr. Hayes' Web site, while the follow-up is slated for release in July.
And as previously noted in our original posting, subscribers to the monthly program will still get their DVDs in a more timely manner at a reduced price point per DVD than those that wait to buy individual DVDs separately.
But if you just want the two Kuji DVDs, perhaps the smartest approach to take is to join the subscription program right before June or on June 1, then quit after you receive the July DVD. That way you get them both right away, and at a price that's about $5 off the regular price point.
However, I don't know if there is a minimum number of months for the subscription, and if I can find out, I'll provide an update.
Check out this page on his Stephen K. Hayes Quest Web site for more information on his private-lesson DVD program.
Anshu Hayes has previously released for public consumption a DVD you might be interested in, "Kuji 6: Thought Projection," which can also be purchased online at his Web site.
In the meantime, as the great teacher of myth, Joseph Campbell often said, "follow your bliss."
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Happy Hanamatsuri!
Today, April 8, is the day that Buddhists in Japan (and in many other locales, for that matter,) celebrate the birth of Shakyamuni Buddha and appreciate the budding flowers of spring with Hanamatsuri, "Flower Festival."The included photo shows a Japanese Buddhist temple bell.
May the buds of spring remind you of your own budding Buddha nature, and may your realization of your true self permeate the world around you just as the fragrance of the buds fills the air and the hearts of those who pause just a moment to notice and appreciate...
Monday, April 6, 2009
Kuji-In: Putting Me at the Center of the Universe
Hey, everyone… just time for a quick update…
Now that I’m into the ZAI aspect of the Kuji-In practice, I’m increasingly aware of a fascinating phenomenon. I notice now when I put my head down to sleep and close my eyes, my mind enters such an expansive space, as if I’m far above the Earth, space and time – at times, as if the entire Universe itself is flowing out from me and through me into all directions.
It’s such a calming and yet elevating state of mind to be in and in which to enter sleep.
Does this mean that each and every one of us is actually… a chakra of God? Only we haven't awakened to this yet?
Not a sermon. Just a thought…
Now that I’m into the ZAI aspect of the Kuji-In practice, I’m increasingly aware of a fascinating phenomenon. I notice now when I put my head down to sleep and close my eyes, my mind enters such an expansive space, as if I’m far above the Earth, space and time – at times, as if the entire Universe itself is flowing out from me and through me into all directions.
It’s such a calming and yet elevating state of mind to be in and in which to enter sleep.
Does this mean that each and every one of us is actually… a chakra of God? Only we haven't awakened to this yet?
Not a sermon. Just a thought…
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