Kumdo
Sign in to saveKumdo () is a modern Korean martial art derived from kendo, the Japanese discipline of swordsmanship. The name is also romanized as Kŏmdo, Keomdo, Gumdo, and Geomdo.
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- Kumdo
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- Geomdo
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- Kŏmdo
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- History
- Introduction to Korea
- Timeline of Kumdo development
- Today
- Philosophy
- Mental and philosophical training
- Equipment
- Clothing
- Levels and ranks
- Training
- Class structure
- Forms and techniques
- Mental discipline and self-control
- Competition
- Organizations
- Korea Kumdo Association (KKA)
- Dae Han Kum Sa Association / Dae Han Kumdohoe
- The World Kumdo Association (WKA)
- Overseas dojangs
- Differences and similarities with other Martial Arts
- Terminology
- See also
- References
- External links
Kumdo () is a modern Korean martial art derived from kendo, the Japanese discipline of swordsmanship. The name is also romanized as Kŏmdo, Keomdo, Gumdo, and Geomdo.
Kumdo, commonly translated as "the way of the sword," encompasses various sword-based martial arts influenced by both Korean and Japanese traditions. Among these, Haidong Gumdo, a popular style in Korea, emphasizes broad, flowing sword movements intended to replicate ancient battlefield techniques, in contrast to kendo’s focus on precision and controlled strikes. According to Boye Lafayette De Mente in Korean Mind, kumdo’s philosophy reflects Confucian principles of discipline and respect, embodying cultural values shared by both Korea and Japan.