Classical Texts

• Classical Texts are an ages-long message from the old taijiquan masters.
• The Texts represent an essential element in taijiquan studies.

Classical Texts are a written manual of how to look at taijiquan, how to exercise and how to fight. They describe taijiquan from the master’s point of view. They are expressed in metaphors, and offer many insights into taijiquan as both a martial art and a philosophy.

Historically, the Texts span the period of about one millennium and the first ones can be probably ascribed to the legendary 13th century master, Zhang San-feng.

Example of the Texts:

A small misunderstanding

Will lead one many miles astray.

Discriminate the truth

With care.