To denote the advancement of of rank for our students, we utilize a belt system. When creating Tatsu Te Ryu Karate-Do, our system founder decided upon using a 12 colored belts system, this was done in order to show respect, reverence, and honor to the 12 Disciples/Apostles who joined Jesus at the Last Supper & we utilize 10 levels of black belt in reference to the Ten Commandments.
The very colors of the belts that were picked for the system have a specific Christian significance, and scriptures that go along with each them.
TTRKD Logo Definition
Tatsu Te Ryu Karate-Do is indeed a Christ focused style and our belts have been chosen for a religious purpose as well as the very look of our logo.
Meaning Behind The Tatsu Te Ryu Karate-Do Christian Martial Arts Logo;
The Decagon:
- Its 10 Points Represent The 10 Commandments.
(Exodus 20 1-17)
The Golden Border & Cross:
- As Precious As The Element Of Gold, So Is Our Relationship With God.
(Ephesians 1:7)
The Color Purple:
- Symbol Of Royalty, To Remind Us The Christ Is The Kings Of Kings.
(1 Timothy 6:15)
The Center Kanji:
- Translates as “The righteous for the unrighteous.” It's written down the center of the cross to remind us that Christ’s sacrifice should be the center of all we do.
(1 Peter 3:18)
The 2 White Doves:
- These Beautiful Birds Represent Peace/Love and Forgiveness/Faith
(Luke 3 21-22)
The Side Kanji:
Japanese = On Left “Tatsu Te Ryu” (Style of the Rising Fist)
Japanese = On Right “Karate-Do” (Way Of Empty Hand)
