Morihei Ueshiba Quotes


Study how water flows in a valley stream, smoothly and freely between the rocks. Also learn from holy books and wise people. Everything - even mountains, rivers, plants and trees - should be your teacher.


Citations

Ueshiba, Morihei. The Art of Peace. Translated by John Stevens, Shambhala Publications, 1992, p. 42.

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Morihei Ueshiba
Morihei Ueshiba
  • Born: December 14, 1883
  • Died: April 26, 1969
  • Nationality: Japanese
  • Profession: Athlete

Morihei Ueshiba was a Japanese martial artist and founder of the martial art of aikido. He is often referred to as "the founder" Kaiso (開祖) or Ōsensei (大先生/翁先生), "Great Teacher".