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The Treatise on Tai Chi Chuan (太極拳論)
太極拳論 by 王宗岳 太極者，無極而生，陰陽之母也。動之則分，靜之則合。無過不及，隨曲就伸。人剛我柔謂之走，我順人背謂之黏。動急則急應，動緩則緩隨。雖變化萬端，而理為一貫。由著熟而漸悟懂勁，由懂勁而階及神明，然非用力之久，不能豁然貫通焉。虛領頂勁，氣沉丹田，不偏不倚，忽隱忽現。左重則左虛，右重則右杳，仰之則彌高，俯之則彌深，進之則愈長，退之則愈促。一羽不能加，蠅蟲不能落，人不知我，我獨知人。英雄所向無敵，蓋皆由此而及也。斯技旁門甚多，豈虛學哉！有旋轉之法，得心應手，惟口傳心授，方能得之。 The Treatise on Tai Chi Chuan by Wang Zongyue “Tai Chi is born from Wu Chi (the state of undifferentiated and limitless potential), and it is the mother of Yin and Yang. When there is motion, it divides; when there is stillness, it unites. Do not exceed or fall short; follow the…
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Marie, marie, marolle
Marie, Marie, Marolle, flyv op til Vorherre og bed om godt vejr! Rimet stammer fra middelalderen. Dengang bad man til Jomfru Maria for at få godt, tørt høstvejr. Mariehønen blev associeret med Jomfru Maria, og traditionen med at lade mariehønen flyve op mod himlen, mens man reciterede rimet, blev en måde at bede om godt…
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Dong Zhong Qiu Jing (动中求静)
Dong Zhong Qiu Jing (动中求静) i.e. “Seek stillness within movement” is a fundamental principle in Tai Chi Chuan. The phrase encapsulates the harmonious integration of movement and stillness. In essence, “Seeking stillness within movement” teaches practitioners how to integrate mind and body seamlessly so that they can maintain a state of inner peace and balance…
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Ju Shou Tou Zu (举手投足)
The Tai Chi Chuan phrase “Ju Shou Tou Zu (举手投足)” translates roughly to “raising the hand and moving the foot,”. This phrase embodies the principle that even the simplest actions carry profound energetic intent and unity. Each movement, no matter how minor, is deeply integrated with the body’s inner Qi (vital energy) flow, driven by…
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Tabbouleh
In memory of Falafel House in Copenhagen I present a simple yet authentic Tabbouleh recipe perfect for Shawarma and grilled meat. Tabbouleh Recipe Servings: 4-6 Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus soaking time for bulgur) Ingredients • 1/2 cup fine bulgur wheat • 1 cup boiling water • 2 cups fresh parsley, finely chopped • 1/4…
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From something to nothing and back again
I let go to land in no-man’s-land. Heaven and earth are one.The circle and the square are the same. They part necessarily, without effort.First boundless stillness, then endless movement. There’s no sense in speaking of form or formlessness.Substance or non-substance—what is the difference? Body, energy, and mind—what are they?I am merely a channel for nature’s…
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Qi Gong is efficient and fascinating
“Qi Gong is an efficient and fascinating way to preserve and improve one’s health. If you are serious about Qi Gong and looking for a teacher to guide you on the path to wellbeing then Thomas Dyhr is your man” Søren Brøndholt Nielsen, Copenhagen, Denmark Testimonial from Qigong Gentofte 2017
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Taiji og qigong spire videre i mit hverdagsliv
Jeg er blevet undervist af Thomas i 1 halvt år. Begyndte at lave taiji i 2007. Jeg begyndte på taiji og qigong af 3 hovedgrunde. For det første ønskede jeg at ændre en mega spændt krop – af fodbold og skovarbejde. En krop der konstant røg ud i skader og som osse fik disse ord med på…
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Taiji essentials in practise
Essentials in Practising the Taiji Solo Set & Playing Hands by Li Yiyu An earlier teacher said: “If you can draw the opponent in to land on nothing, you can then use four ounces of force to move his of a thousand pounds. If you cannot draw the opponent in to land on nothing, you cannot use four ounces to…
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I recommend him to anyone who would like to learn Qigong
I first met Thomas when I did my PhD in Copenhagen. He had just started teaching an introductory Qi Gong class in the international student house there. From the first class onwards I felt at home with him and his approach and stayed in the class for more than two years, until I left Copenhagen.…
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Købermagergade’s Falafel House sadly gone
Together with my son, Christian, I visited my favorite shawarma spot, Falafel House, on Købmagergade in Copenhagen, only to discover that disaster had struck. The best shawarma house in town was suddenly gone! I have been a regular visitor since the very beginning of Falafel House – the start of the shawarma era in Denmark.…
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Shou Xin Ru Yi (手心如意)
The Taiji phrase “Shou Xin Ru Yi (手心如意)” translates to “Hands and heart as one” or more commonly, “Heart’s desire fulfilled.” This phrase emphasizes the harmony between intention and physical movement in Tai Chi practice. Explanation: In the context of Tai Chi, “Shou Xin Ru Yi” means that the movements of your hands should be…
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Tai Gong and Fang Song: Mastering Chu Shong Tin’s Principles in Wing Chun
Investigating “Fang Song” of the Spine: An Introduction to Chu Shong Tin’s Tai Gong in Wing Chun In the practice of Wing Chun, a martial art focused on efficiency and directness, two fundamental concepts—“Seng” (also known as “Sung”) and “Tai Gong”—play a crucial role in achieving proper body structure, alignment, and energy management. Developed and…
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Totenamt
I τ daget in dat osten,de maen schînt averall;wo weinich wêt mîn lêveken,wor ick benachten schal. The day is breaking in the east,the moon shines everywhere;little does my sweetheart know where I shall pass the night. Anonymous
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Mailied
Wie herrlich leuchtetMir die Natur!Wie glänzt die Sonne!Wie lacht die Flur! Es dringen BlütenAus jedem ZweigUnd tausend StimmenAus dem Gesträuch Johan Wolfgang von Goethe
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