Entity: JIU-JITSU
Jiu-Jitsu, derived from Japanese roots, is a modern martial arts discipline that focuses on using the opponent's force against themselves. It is known as the 'gentle art' due to its philosophy of yielding and manipulating the opponent's energy. With techniques including holds, throws, and paralyzing blows, Jiu-Jitsu aims to subdue or disable an opponent without weapons. The term has colloquial slang meanings such as 'hand of the cow' or 'tight-fisted'. Jiu-Jitsu has historical significance in the development of various martial arts and combat sports.
JIU-JITSU
Etymology
Jiu-Jitsu originates from Japanese roots, with 'Jū' meaning 'gentle' and 'Jutsu' meaning 'art', translating to the 'gentle art'. The term has colloquial slang meanings such as 'hand of the cow' or 'tight-fisted'.
Definition
Jiu-Jitsu is an art of weaponless fighting that employs holds, throws, and paralyzing blows to subdue or disable an opponent, focusing on manipulating the opponent's force against themselves.
Historical Context
Jiu-Jitsu has ancient roots and has influenced the development of various martial arts and combat sports, such as judo, aikido, sambo, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, ARB, and mixed martial arts.
Cultural Significance
Jiu-Jitsu is known as the 'gentle art' due to its philosophy of yielding and manipulating the opponent's energy. It has historical significance in the martial arts world.
Related Concepts
Jiu-Jitsu is related to Japanese Jujutsu, which is the foundation for developing many martial arts disciplines, such as Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
See Also
An art of weaponless fighting that employs holds, throws, and paralyzing blows to subdue or disable an opponent, focusing on manipulating the opponent's force against themselves.