hoshin1600
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Lots of people think that after a certain point the rank is meaningless. But this viewpoint is only accounting for the correlation between rank and competence. From my perspective the meaning and value of receiving a high rank or title is found in the connection and relationships we have with those that are awarding us with the rank. If you received a black belt from an old master say Miyagi or Ueshiba or the like, to the recipient that belt has meaning, has weight to it. You will always look back to that moment.
Receiving a title from students you have been with for a lifetime can have that same weight.
But it should be done in the spirt of love and admiration not self interest. To promote your teacher only so you yourself can be promoted lacks character.
Receiving a title from students you have been with for a lifetime can have that same weight.
But it should be done in the spirt of love and admiration not self interest. To promote your teacher only so you yourself can be promoted lacks character.