Historically, the term 'Defending the Heart' refers to the preservation of one's original nature and the maintenance of a 'Pure Heart' (Qing Jing Xin) even in the midst of dynamic combat. This routine embodies the core Shaolin philosophy of 'Chan Wu He Yi'—the integration of Zen meditation and martial arts. This instructional program is presented by Master Shi Deci, a distinguished authority who serves as the president of the Songshan Shaolin Quan Research Committee in Beijing and a member of the national Shaolin Quan Research Association. Master Shi brings a wealth of scholarly and practical experience to this presentation, ensuring that the historical heritage and technical purity of the 'Hu Xin' lineage are preserved. This DVD offers a rare opportunity to study a routine where 'Wushu emerges from Chan,' providing a scientific and spiritual pathway to mastering the art's internal depth. The choreography is a Fluid Structure where 'one movement leads to another' in a seamless flow. Master Shi Deci provides a meticulous breakdown of the forms, emphasizing the integration of foundational stances such as the rest stand step (Xie Bu) and crouching step (Pu Bu) with hand techniques like the pushing palm and twisting hand. A defining feature of this Form & Applications is the principle of 'Stillness in Motion,' where the practitioner maintains absolute mental tranquility while executing explosive strikes.
Lecturer: Shi Deci
Format: MP4
Language: Chinese | Subtitle: English
Duration: 106'00"
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