Karate Basics - Precepts of Karate-do

The following are interpretations of the Japanese concepts of Karate-do.

Kansha - Thankfulness. Be grateful and give thanks for all you receive.
Makota - Sincerity (honesty and devotion). Be sincere in all things and try to attain a pure mind.
Mokuteki - Purpose. Have a positive and enthusiastic approach to training. Without purpose there is no direction.
Shyuo - Discipline. With discipline there is focus, which leads to clarity.
Sonkei - Reverence. Respect all things.
Toitsu - Unity. Be at one with yourself and then with others to achieve the same directions and goals.