What is self defense?

"When unarmed, with the use of Kenpo, one can capably fell an aggressive foe by striking, thrusting, kicking or hurling down and strangling him. Experts claim that nothing can surpass this art.     There are many books  on boxing, judo, jiu-jitsu and wrestling. I believe that this is the first English work on Kenpo. A short explanation of the difference of boxing, judo, jiu-jitsu and wrestling to Kenpo is necessary to a complete understanding of this book.     Wrestling is an art but requires great strength. Jiu-jitsu, rough ly translated, means soft or gentle art in combating an aggressor. Professor Kano made an exhaustive study of jiu-jitsu. He eliminated parts of jiu-jitsu, that were not suitable for his purpose and made the remainder into a sport which is called judo. Judo as taught by Professor Kano, in his school of Kodok wan, is, as he explains, an eclectic system of jiu-jitsu.     The art of judo is divided into four main divisions: Nage Waza (throwing arts), Katame Waza (the arts of holds and locks), Shime Waza (choking arts) and Atemi Waza (the arts of attacking vital spots). Atemi is the art of attacking vital spots by punching, striking, chopp ing, thrusting and poking. In judo, atemi is taught only to advanced students who first take a vow not to reveal its secrets.     Kenpo art is similar to judo atemi, but the art and philosophy is different. How to maneuver and have your oppon ent place himself into a position to be attacked is taught by Kenpo."
James Mitose "What is self defense"
"However, in unavoidable cases exert your every effort to defend and protect not only yourself but others as well. Defend the law and the human rights vested in us by God. (In other words, believe in God, obey the law, live in society in peace and happiness). This is true Go Shinjutsu. WHAT IS KENPO (LAW OF THE FIST)?     
From "What is self Defense" by James Mitose

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