The Kenpo Creed

Submitted by Tim on Wed, 10/13/2010 - 16:15
Person: Ed Parker

The Kenpo Creed

I come to you with only Karate,
Empty Hands.
I have no Weapons,
But should I be forced to defend Myself,
My Principles,
Or My Honour;
Should it be a matter of Life or Death,
Of Right or Wrong;
Then here are my Weapons,
Karate,
My Empty Hands.

- Grand Master Ed Parker

Sources: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF KENPO GRAND MASTER ED PARKER