Jamal Measara, who hails from Malaysia, is renowned worldwide as one of the foremost experts in classical Okinawan martial arts. In this book, the student of Shimabukuro Zenpo and Donn F. Draeger illustrates, through numerous examples and stories, what distinguishes the philosophy and practice of Okinawa Karate. Topics include the role of patience, the importance of respect, the relationship between teacher and student, the connection between martial arts and healing, as well as traditional methods for muscle building and conditioning. A significant portion of the book is dedicated to the fighting techniques of classical Karate. With the help of photographs and explanations, a range of concrete applications of techniques from the old kata are presented, from defenses that also serve as attacks to vital point techniques. Special emphasis is placed on this.