Analysis of the Roles, Functions, and Values of Chinese Martial Arts
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https://doi.org/10.61360/BoniGHSS252018940612Keywords:
Chinese martial arts, essence, role, function, valueAbstract
In recent years, the inheritance and dissemination of Chinese martial arts have experienced a lack of harmony, resulting in a failure to respond promptly and effectively to the diverse needs of society. From an integrated perspective, this paper analyses the functions, roles, and values of Chinese martial arts; it uncovers a disconnect in the academic understanding of the essential roles and functional values of Chinese martial arts, as well as a vague public comprehension of related concepts. The core role of Chinese martial arts lies in combat techniques, with their functions determined by the interaction between this essence and societal demands, while value is reflected in the positive outcomes of these functions. The roles, functions, and values of martial arts vary across historical periods, styles, and forms. A correct understanding of the roles, functions, and values of Chinese martial arts, along with timely adjustments and innovations in response to the demands of particular eras, is fundamental to promoting martial arts inheritance and development.
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