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The 36 Deadly Bubishi Points: The Science and Techniques of Pressure Point Fighting - Defend Yourself Against Pressure Point Attacks!
Learn how to target the weaknesses of an attacker and effectively exploit them in order to defend yourself!
The 36 Deadly Bubishi Points explains the pressure point techniques found in the Bubishi , the ancient "Bible of Karate," and how recognizing them allows you to defend yourself against such attacks. This book closely examines these vital points and the science behind them, and the author fills a gap in general understanding of how the 36 vital points found in the Bubishi can be targeted using pressure point fighting techniques.
While much has been written about the vital points and their medicinal importance, thanks to the popularity of practices such as acupuncture, martial research on the subject has been lacking. Cardwell discusses the vital points from the perspective of an experienced martial artist--including how the body's vital points are related to the 8 extraordinary vessels and 12 meridians which circulate energy throughout the body.
Through detailed step-by-step instructions and over 96 photographs and illustrations, The 36 Deadly Bubishi Points shows how this knowledge can be employed in self-defense.
The 36 Deadly Bubishi Points explains the pressure point techniques found in the Bubishi , the ancient "Bible of Karate," and how recognizing them allows you to defend yourself against such attacks. This book closely examines these vital points and the science behind them, and the author fills a gap in general understanding of how the 36 vital points found in the Bubishi can be targeted using pressure point fighting techniques.
While much has been written about the vital points and their medicinal importance, thanks to the popularity of practices such as acupuncture, martial research on the subject has been lacking. Cardwell discusses the vital points from the perspective of an experienced martial artist--including how the body's vital points are related to the 8 extraordinary vessels and 12 meridians which circulate energy throughout the body.
Through detailed step-by-step instructions and over 96 photographs and illustrations, The 36 Deadly Bubishi Points shows how this knowledge can be employed in self-defense.
- GenresMartial Arts
224 pages, Paperback
Published March 5, 2019
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November 21, 2021
I wanted this book to be really good. The title is very attractive. My students/friends recommended that our martial arts discussion group read and analyze the material together. As a grandmaster in a pressure point-based martial art (Ryukyu Kempo) and a licensed acupuncturist, I know the subject fairly well. I've read nearly all the books referenced in this book also and have trained with Hanshi McCarthy, who gave the forward to the book. The book is interesting, but I don't think it hits on target of addressing the 36 Bubishi points.
The title of the book boils down to just one short, 37 page chapter of the 200+ page book. The rest of the book focuses on two areas. The first part covers the 8 extraordinary (strange and peculiar) meridians and vessels and their points. The second part covers TCM theories of yin/yang, five elements, TCM body types and the applications to fighting.
While there are some photos and descriptions of applications in the first section along with counter attacks, I found these to be mediocre. The author points out that the original Bubishi does not describe using the points in the applications and unfortunately seems to do little to improve upon that. As I know that author references the dragon society and people I know, Mr. Cardwell must have better knowledge in this area and could have added better applications. Perhaps he is waiting to do this in his next book? (This is already his second book on the subject.)
As a TCM trained practitioner, I think the extraordinary meridian theory is bit stretched in this book. I do agree that the "battery" concept is important (in TCM we call them reservoirs of qi), but not so much in the martial application. The true reason why these points work from a TCM perspective is that they are intersections of multiple meridians and pathways into the body, which affect internal organs and the brain quickly.
Since the extraordinary meridians are not often covered in other martial arts books, I do recommend to pick it up and read it if that is your interest. The application and usage is not as insightful as it could have been. There are other TCM books that cover TCM theory in more detail, such Giovanni Maciocia's "The Foundations of Chinese Medicine." I also recommend that the readers pick up a copy of Patrick McCarthy's "Bubishi" first to have a basis for the discussion. Overall, my study group did engage in good discussion after reading the material.
The title of the book boils down to just one short, 37 page chapter of the 200+ page book. The rest of the book focuses on two areas. The first part covers the 8 extraordinary (strange and peculiar) meridians and vessels and their points. The second part covers TCM theories of yin/yang, five elements, TCM body types and the applications to fighting.
While there are some photos and descriptions of applications in the first section along with counter attacks, I found these to be mediocre. The author points out that the original Bubishi does not describe using the points in the applications and unfortunately seems to do little to improve upon that. As I know that author references the dragon society and people I know, Mr. Cardwell must have better knowledge in this area and could have added better applications. Perhaps he is waiting to do this in his next book? (This is already his second book on the subject.)
As a TCM trained practitioner, I think the extraordinary meridian theory is bit stretched in this book. I do agree that the "battery" concept is important (in TCM we call them reservoirs of qi), but not so much in the martial application. The true reason why these points work from a TCM perspective is that they are intersections of multiple meridians and pathways into the body, which affect internal organs and the brain quickly.
Since the extraordinary meridians are not often covered in other martial arts books, I do recommend to pick it up and read it if that is your interest. The application and usage is not as insightful as it could have been. There are other TCM books that cover TCM theory in more detail, such Giovanni Maciocia's "The Foundations of Chinese Medicine." I also recommend that the readers pick up a copy of Patrick McCarthy's "Bubishi" first to have a basis for the discussion. Overall, my study group did engage in good discussion after reading the material.
February 28, 2021
Essential reading for a thorough understanding of the Warrior aspect of the martial arts , especially those of Okinawa
I have been involved with the study of the martial arts, beginning in 1962. In Okinawa I received instruction from three masters. I find this book to be the finest and most authoritative work on this subject. Upon reading and understanding this material you will gain a vast appreciation of the martial arts of Okinawa.
I have been involved with the study of the martial arts, beginning in 1962. In Okinawa I received instruction from three masters. I find this book to be the finest and most authoritative work on this subject. Upon reading and understanding this material you will gain a vast appreciation of the martial arts of Okinawa.
April 2, 2020
While I feel the chapters could've been better organized, I still thoroughly enjoyed it. As someone who trains in San Soo kung fu, it's helped me more deeply understand why we strike certain targets and the effects of striking those targets. Granted, this is not an be all end all on the subject, but, in my experience reading it, can help deepen your knowledge.
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