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| The Korean Tae Kwon Do Acaemy |
| Theory of Taeguk Poomsae By Master Paul Mollins |
| Taeguk Poomse
: The origin of Taeguk originates from the Taeguk symbol that consists of eight Kwaes (I Ching symbols). The symbols are meant to exemplify the spirit of Taekwondo and the profoundness of the techniques. Upon investigation into the I Ching Symbols, one will discover the depth of the symbols which are representative of 1000�s of years of observations of nature and human nature. The symbols themselves may be combined in various combinations which depict a specific course of action or state of existence. In effect, with knowledge and capability one can use the symbols to examine the present and select and superior course of action for the future. For more information see the I Ching Manual. Each poomsae has it�s own symbol. The poomsae manifests the spirit and purpose of the symbol in the movements and application of the form. The following poomsae description I borrowed from the Internet: Poomsae TaeGuek : WTF uses TaeGuek or Palgwe Poomsae for patterns. WTF Poomsae originates from the book "I Chin", a Chinese oracle. The I Chin has 64 hexagrams, a combination of two sets of three lines, closed or broken. The sets of three lines are called trigrams. The closed lines represent Yang, the open lines Yin. In the Chinese language, the unity of Yin and Yang is called taich'i. In the Korean language, the unity is called Tae Guek. The eight trigrams together are called Palgwe. In my humble opinion, the descriptions of the poomsae (WTF and ITF) are enlightening, but are over done and do not accurately describe the form. In WTF, most of these forms are about 24 movements on average; I don't believe one can convey these transcendental meanings in so few moves. If one could, they would certainly be of a much higher belt than is required for the belt level at which the forms is learned. And I don't see how one can perform Tae Guek IL Jang "with the greatness of Heaven" (a definition of Tae Guek 2 from one source). Really, how does one do this? No, forms are there to help the student prepare combinations of movements, learn and remember new techniques, and to help control breathing, rhythm and balance. Poomsae Definition: From the perspective of an observer, Poomsae may appear as a physical representation of the art of Taekwondo. In reality, Poomsae is much more to the practioner, i.e. the Poomsae does reflect the art of Taekwondo, and however the student is performing the poomsae mentally, physically and emotionally. Therefore the poomsae is a representation of the student and the art. The depth of the art is understood only by the persons� knowledge of the techniques, application and history. The depth of the students� execution may only be known and experienced by the student. Application: The practice and/or application of a form is unique to the practioner. This means the people performing the poomsae have their own purpose and reason. Forms may be practiced for a variety of reasons, including: � Mediation � Breathing � Rhythm � Balance � Stress relief � Strengthening the body � Flow � Meaning � Demonstration of the art and persons form � Carrying on the past Meaning of Taeguk Poomsae: (click on the Poomsae for meaning) Taeguk IL Jang Taeguk E Jang Taeguk Sam Jang Taeguk Sah Jang Taeguek Oh Jang Taeguek Yook Jang Taeguek/Palgwe Chil Jang Taeguek/Palgwe Pal Jang (8) - Earth Koryo - "Seonbae = Learned man" Keumgang "Diamond" Taebaek "Bright mountain" Pyongwon "Plains" Sipjin "Longevity" Jitae "Life" Chonkwon "God" Hansu "Water" Ilyeo "Thoughts of Wonhyo" |
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