This 'Appreciation of Shaolin Kung Fu' program offers a documentary-style exploration of the sacred halls of the Songshan Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Chan (Zen) Buddhism and the legendary Shaolin Wushu. Master Shi Deyang, a 31st generation successor and a global ambassador for Shaolin culture, serves as the guide through this profound heritage. Historically, Shaolin has survived numerous destructions and revivals, yet its martial spirit has remained 'Extensive and Profound'. This DVD captures the 'Sacred Temple' environment and the 'Lineage' of the warrior-monks, providing a window into the spiritual and physical discipline that has influenced global martial arts culture for centuries. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS This program is a curated 'Appreciation' of the Shaolin technical library, showcasing a wide array of routines including empty-hand forms, traditional weapons, and internal cultivation methods. The Technical Routine demonstrations emphasize the 'Fluid Structure' and 'Cohesive Choreography' that define the Shaolin aesthetic—movements that are 'Fast as Lightning and Heavy as a Mountain'. Unlike a standard instructional video, this program focuses on the 'Spirit-Form Integration' (Xing Shen He Yi), showing how the physical movements are an expression of Chan Buddhist philosophy. The documentary format provides a 'On-the-Spot' report of the monks' training, offering a rare look at the 'Sacred Hall' rituals and the daily life of the practitioners.
Lecturer: Shi Deyang
Format: MP4
Language: Chinese | Subtitle: English
Duration: 155'00"
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