Yiquan Poem 5

Here is number 5 in the series.

Translated by Professor Chang Shao Quan and Heron Beecham. Reproduced with permission.

5.

The principles of martial study are truly profound;

The application of skill is stored in movements and forms.

Our intent motivates the revolving of the mind;

Yin and Yang change according to our adjustments.

Make the movements as skilful as a wolf;

Explode as powerfully as a thunderclap.

Neither neglect our development nor aid it too much;

And in time our achievement will reach the highest state.