Can you separate buddhism form Martial Art or can't you?

[Anbu Alex]

Alot of the spiritual aspects of martial arts came after the warring eras (in japan at least) and at that point samurai's were looking for a reason for being a warrior class and things other than war (history Ch rules) at that point alot of masters started to get into buhhdism especially to repent on theirs lives and ppl they killed like Bushido man stated Martial arts are about war first

[koryu]

I look at buddhism as more of a philosophy than a religion. I have studied karate for several years and learned a lot of buddhism ways which i incorporate into daily life (meditation, etc...) but I am still Christian.

[Tef]

One connection i've found is the idea of dettachment from the self. For example, when you're doing a format and you're getting tired, your amaut'a (sensei/teacher) tells you all the pain is in your head.

Also, a workout is like meditation for me, personally. Yes, active meditation is very possible. All my past drama is nothing when i start my workout.

It is possible to separate the two.

[bushido_man96]

I look at buddhism as more of a philosophy than a religion. I have studied karate for several years and learned a lot of buddhism ways which i incorporate into daily life (meditation, etc...) but I am still Christian.

I think you are correct: one is a philosophy, and the other is a religion. I, too, know someone who incorporates the two. And, he is not a martial artist.

[Rainbow_Warrior]

I look at buddhism as more of a philosophy than a religion. I have studied karate for several years and learned a lot of buddhism ways which i incorporate into daily life (meditation, etc...) but I am still Christian.

Well...I do not know what christian denomination you are , but several have prohibited oriental kind of meditation and some buddhist points of views.The most radical in those aspects are Luterans , anglicans , catholic, orthodox and baptist.

If you are active in some church, you may ask your priest.... Or maybe don´t...of course it´s ur business , just my 2 cents.

[ninjanurse]

I don't think that religion should keep you from your chosen activities as long as they do not violate it's principles. Philosophy can differ among those of the same faith just as among martial artists...and should not affect your core beliefs. If it does then it is time to choose a different path.

[Kajukenbopr]

Definitely Philosophy - you take the teachings for good health Buddhist had, but you dont need to devote urself to it.

Some martial arts are taoist(mostly in china)

Kajukenbo was born in Christian Beliefs.

Its different depending on the area in which the martial art is developed- it will however not expand under one religion- not everyone converts, u know?