In Wing Tzun, All Three Chinese Philosophies Work Together

Buddhism, Taoism and Confucian Philosophy

Shaolin Ch'an Buddhism Philosophy
Buddhism teachers that life is a constant suffer, struggle and to accept that with hard work we will achieve a higher level which is Wing Tzun Master hood. Only when the ego is relinquished, only then can we truly be free.

Buddhism is a philosophy that originated in northern India in the 5th century B.C.E. Most students of philosophy, world history, or comparative religions know the story of the wealthy young Indian prince, Siddhartha Gautama, whose father kept the unpleasant realities of the world hidden from his son. One day, however, these efforts failed, and the young prince was able to witness disease, poverty, and death. Naturally enough, these realities frightened him, especially after he learned the he, too was mortal and subject to these influences. One night he stole away from the palace and he began a pilgrimage to seek the spiritual path that would release him from suffering. After trying many approaches (including asceticism) he finally rested under a tree and went into a deep meditation. During this meditation he became enlightened ("buddha" means "enlightened one," roughly translating further into" one who sees truth"), meaning he understood the truths of the world and the path to alleviate suffering.

Confucianism Philosophy
Confucianism helps with etiquette, honor, loyalty, respect, control ones ego, emotions and temper.It helps the development of the students.Confucianism also help develop the Wing Tzun family system, (Dai-Sifu, Sifu, Si-Hing and so on). Work hard to do things right and respect your elders, education, code of behavior.

Confucius was born in poverty during the Spring and Autumn Period, Confucius grew to become a sage, scholar and teacher of great renown. Confucius sayings cover a wide range of topics which reflect his diverse interests in the areas of doctrine, ethics, duties, marriage, riches and much more. In Confucius wisdom, saying and clarity of thought of perhaps the best known philosopher of all time.

Shaolin's Taoism Philosophy
Taoism is based on the constant changing nature of things.Taoist emulate nature through his own action as with the flow of water, not fighting force with force.Taoism teaches to be spontaneous, open, simple and flexible not to hard and arrogant.It teaches how to overcome obstacles ( like water ), Physical, Mental and Emotional Balance.It teaches based on Concepts, Principles, Strategy and science.