🚫 Karate's Dangerous Spiritual Roots – A Christian Warning
Karate may look like a disciplined sport or self-defense strategy. But under its polished surface lies a dark spiritual heritage that Christians cannot ignore. The word karate means "empty hand", yet its full name, karate-do, implies a "way of life." This “way” leads not to Christ, but to the teachings of Zen Buddhism, yin-yang philosophy, and demonic empowerment masquerading as discipline.
Karate’s core origins go back to Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and Hindu-rooted ascetic practices developed to align the body with false spiritual enlightenment.
🧘♂️ Buddhism, Zen, and the Martial Arts Connection
Karate evolved from Shaolin Kung Fu, which began in the Shaolin Temple in China around 500 A.D., developed under the guidance of Bodhidharma, an Indian Buddhist monk. Bodhidharma introduced Ekkin-Kyo, a spiritual and physical training manual to enhance the endurance of Buddhist monks.
This spiritual root is not neutral. It is anti-Christ in its core:
“Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God...” — 1 John 4:1
Bodhidharma’s teachings weren’t just physical. They were mystical and meant to help monks achieve “Enlightenment”, which Buddhism defines as the extinction of desire and ego, or the ‘self.’ This is in direct opposition to Scripture, which teaches that we are fearfully and wonderfully made individuals before God (Psalm 139:14).
Zen Buddhism teaches the illusion of self, detachment from reality, and union with the cosmic whole—pantheism and idolatry. The “peace” and “self-control” promoted in karate arise from false gods, not the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23).
☯️ Yin-Yang: The Occult Philosophy Behind Karate
Karate also embraces yin and yang, the belief that good and evil, light and darkness, are equal and necessary forces. But God’s Word is clear:
“Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil...” — Isaiah 5:20
This dualism is a satanic counterfeit of biblical truth. Jesus Christ said:
“I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” — John 14:6
Karate subtly teaches that truth is found in balance, not in Christ. By practicing or embracing this modality, believers inadvertently submit to a demonic worldview, one that equates evil with good.
🔥 Manifestations of Demonic Entry Through Karate
When Christians, or their ancestors, engage in martial arts like karate, it opens spiritual doors to demonic oppression:
1. Spirit of Violence and Control
Though promoted as self-defense, karate often births a spirit of aggression, rebellion, and pride. Its aggressive techniques are not birthed from God's Spirit but from a carnal and sometimes supernatural source.
2. False Peace and Meditation
Zen-based breathing and meditative practices open the mind to altered states, inviting spirit guides, which are familiar spirits masquerading as wisdom or peace.
“And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.” — 2 Corinthians 11:14
3. Emotional and Physical Disturbances
Many report insomnia, anger issues, migraines, and uncontrollable rage after training in martial arts—spiritual manifestations that result from demonic entry.
4. Generational Curses
If your ancestors practiced Eastern martial arts, the iniquity of idolatry may still bring curses upon the family line (Exodus 20:5). Demons often gain legal ground through ancestral practices.
🧾 Questions Every Christian Must Ask About Karate
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Who founded karate? Bodhidharma, a Zen Buddhist monk.
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What was his spirituality? Occult Eastern mysticism based on Buddhism and Taoism.
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What culture did it originate from? Pagan India and China.
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What were the beliefs behind it? Rejection of self, merging with universal consciousness, yin-yang dualism.
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Who is their god? Not the God of the Bible—worship revolves around idols, impersonal forces, and false deities.
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Why is it used? For self-mastery, enlightenment, spiritual detachment—not for glorifying Christ.
🛑 Can Karate Be Christianized?
Some argue that you can practice karate "just for fitness" or use it as a witnessing tool. But the spiritual DNA of karate cannot be separated from its pagan roots.
“What concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel?” — 2 Corinthians 6:15
Trying to "clean up" karate is like trying to baptize witchcraft. You can’t Christianize what was birthed in rebellion against God.
🙏 Deliverance Prayer from Martial Arts Involvement
Father, in the name of Jesus Christ, I repent for myself and my ancestors who practiced or submitted to karate or any martial arts tied to Zen Buddhism, Taoism, or other false religions. I renounce every occult philosophy, every spirit of violence, pride, self-exaltation, and any kundalini or dragon spirit that entered through these practices. I break every curse and soul tie to these systems and command all demons attached to karate to leave me now in Jesus’ name. Holy Spirit, fill every area where darkness once resided. Amen.
✝️ Freedom Is Found in Jesus Alone
Only Jesus Christ offers true power over the enemy—not by mastering moves, but by submitting to the Holy Spirit, wielding the Word of God, and walking in humility and obedience.
“The weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds.” — 2 Corinthians 10:4
In Christ's authority,
Teresa Morin
President, Touch of God Int’l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance
Ordained Minister | Who’s Who of America
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