'Bruce Quotes'

Bruce Lee studied philosophy at university and throughout the rest of his adult life. He was interested in the teachings of Confucius, Spinoza, Krishnamurti and many others. Just check out these quotes taken from 'Tao of Jeet Kune Do'.

On Zen

'Nothingness cannot be defined: the softest thing cannot be snapped'

 'To see a thing uncoloured by one's own personal preferences and desires is to see it in its own pristine simplicity'

'Art reaches its greatest peak when devoid of self-consciousness. Freedom discovers man when he loses concern over what impression he is making or about to make'

'Do not run away: let go. Do not seek, for it will come when least expected'

On Jeet Kune Do

'Jeet Kune Do favours formlessness so that it can assume all forms and since Jeet Kune Do has no style, it can fit in with all styles. As a result, Jeet Kune Do utilises all ways and is bound by none and, likewise, uses any technique or means which serve its end'

'Approach Jeet Kune Do with the idea of mastering the will. Forget about winning and losing: forget about pride and pain. Let the opponent graze your skin and you smash into his flesh: let him smash into your flesh and you fracture his bones: let him fracture your bones and you take his life!'

'The great mistake is to anticipate the outcome of the engagement: you ought not to be thinking of whether it ends in victory or defeat. Let nature take its course, and your tools will strike at the right moment'

'I hope martial artists are more interested in the root of martial arts and not the decorative branches, flowers or leaves'.

Phew, that was deep.

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