"The word "OSS", of Japanese origin, has become an almost vernacular word in the world of KARATE, understood and exchanged among numerous practitioners of many nationalities, not only on the occasion of every day greetings but also in place of expression such as "Thank you" "Glad to meet you" "Good by" "Understood" and "I understand". It must be uttered from the lower abdomen with a properly executed bow, showing respect, sympathy, and trust to the other party.
The《OSS》, a phonetic transcription, is in fact, written with two Chinese characters.《押忍》The first character《押》, meaning literally, "pushing", symbolizing the fighting spirit, the importance of effort, and facing all obstacles, pushing them away, with a positive and unchanging attitude. The second《忍》 meaning literally, "suffering", expresses the courage and the spirit of perseverance; suffering pains and resisting depression with patience and without giving up, always keeping sprits high.
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