Saturday, September 16, 2006

Therefore,

by fusing the secret techniques of kwonbop and subahk
together with the above principles, Silla’s warrior elite was
unwittingly setting the stage for a single, cohesive martial philosophy
that would endure throughout the centuries. The
Korean martial art, taekwondo, as we know it today, is a direct
descendant of this rich heritage. Moreover, the ethical standards
endemic in its teachings stem from the Hwarang Code of Honor.
Shrines and temples still exist that overlook the great expanse of
the Kyongju plain, dedicated to the legendary courage and stunning
victories of the Hwarang.