Přísaha pěti prvků / Oath of five elements

A Master and a Student giving this Oath. / Mistr a Žák dávající tuto Přísahu.

– Svatá přísaha věrnosti (mezi Žákyní / Žákem a Učitelkou / Učitelem)

/ – Saint oath of fidelity (between Student(s) and Teacher)

English translation is below the Czech text

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Ze začátku by se Žák(yně) měl(a) představit i říci něco náležitého na úvod - nejlépe i o příjemci Přísahy.


Žák(yně) / více Žáků

Přísahám Ti Službu na prvek oheň

– ať shořím, jestliže chtěním zklamu či zradím.

Přísahám Ti Oddanost na prvek vody

– ať utonu, jestliže zradím či přes pocit poplachu zklamu.

Přísahám Ti Podporu na prvek země

– ať se propadnu, jestliže svévolí zklamu.

Přísahám Ti Vstřícnost na prvek vzduchu

– ať se zadusím, jestliže lží zradím.

Přísahám Ti Blízkost na prvek éteru

– ať se rozplynu, jestliže schválně zklamu.


Učitel(ka) / Mistr(yně)

Přijímám Tvou Službu též ve jménu ohně

– z popela Tvých chyb vznítím plameny Moudrostí.

Přijímám Tvou Oddanost též ve jménu vody

– z oblaků Tvých stížností vyplavím vlny moha Milostí.

Přijímám Tvou Podporu též ve jménu země

– z kamenů Tvých pochyb (kamenů úrazu) sestavím cesty Jistot.

Přijímám Tvou Vstřícnost též ve jménu vzduchu

– ze závanů Tvých odmítnutí vyfouknu vichry Vyšších sil.

Přijímám Tvou Blízkost též ve jménu éteru

– ze zvládání Tvého odpouštění vytvořím přínosy Meditačních stavů.


Oba / všichni

Přísaháme a Přijímáme Spolupráci ve jménu Všehomíra

– ze žití klidu Rozvíjet veškeré myslící.

Přísaháme a Přijímáme ve jménu Nicoty – zanikneme, zradíme-li to Milující.


Je vhodné říci (všichni) dodatek.




English translation

At the beginning, the Student should introduce herself / himself and say something appropriate at the beginning – preferably also about the recipient of the Oath.


Student(s)

I swear to You Service on the element of fire

– Let me burn if I fail or betray by willing.

I swear to You Devotion on the element of water

– Let me drown, if I betray or disappoint with feeling alarm.

I swear Support You on the element of earth

– Let me sink if I fail by arbitrariness.

I swear to you Friendliness on the element of air

– Let me suffocate if I betray by lie.

I swear to You Closeness on the element of ether

– Let me melt away if I fail on purpose.


Teacher

I accept Your Service also in the name of the element of fire

– from the ashes of Your faults I will kindle the flames of Wisdom;

I accept Your Devotion also in the name of the element of water

– out of the clouds of Your complaints I will wash away waves of many Graces;

I accept Your Support also in the name of the element of earth

– from the stones of Your doubts (stumbling blocks) I will assemble the paths of Certainties.

I accept Your Friendliness also in the name of the element of air

– from the whiffs of Your rejections I will blow out the stuff of the Higher Powers.

I accept Your Closeness also in the name of the element of ether

– from coping with Your forgiveness I will create the benefits of Meditation States.


Both / all

We swear and accept Cooperation in the name of the Universe

– from living peace To develop all thinkers.

We swear and receive in the name of Nothingness

– we will perish if we betray the Loving.


It is appropriate to say (all from the Oath) an addition.




I always toast also to our best Well-being

and for the true meaning of life to use,

to Grandmaster who is all joys bringing

and the most likes to drink apple juice!


In the realm of symbols, where animals reside,

they mirror aspects of our psyche deep inside,

just like the sparrow, swift and discreet,

or the hawk, fierce and ready to meet.


To Martial art, Yoga or to Spirituality's grace,

Grandmaster guides with the perfect embrace,

in this journey of life, let's raise our cup high,

to wisdom and freedom, under the open sky!





The "Oath of the Five Elements" uses metaphors related to the classical elements to express the profound commitments between a student and a teacher in the context of personal or spiritual development. These metaphors carry deep symbolic meaning, reflecting the consequences of failing to uphold the oath and also the natural outcomes when certain aspects of a relationship are neglected.

**Fire:** When the student says, "Let me burn if I fail or betray by willing," it uses the element of fire to symbolize passion and energy. The metaphor suggests that if the student does not tend to the relationship with care and integrity, it will "burn out" much like a neglected fire. Just as fire requires fuel, oxygen, and care to maintain its warmth and light, relationships need attention and effort to sustain their vitality. If these components are missing, the relationship will extinguish, akin to the fire that consumes itself when left unchecked.

**Water:** "I swear to You Devotion on the element of water – Let me drown, if I betray or disappoint with feeling alarm," speaks to the fluidity and adaptability required in a relationship. Water, here, is about maintaining balance—keeping afloat and not being overwhelmed by emotional turmoil ("drowning in problems"). In relationships, challenges and conflicts are inevitable, but they must be navigated with care to prevent being submerged by them. Devotion in this context means a steady flow of support and understanding to keep the relationship above water.

**Earth:** The earth element represents stability and support. The phrase "Let me sink if I fail by arbitrariness," implies that without a solid foundation, the relationship could collapse under its own weight, much like a structure built on unstable ground. Being arbitrary, or inconsistent, undermines the ground upon which trust and reliability stand. Just as the earth provides a firm base, relationships require a consistent and reliable presence to maintain their structure.

**Air:** "Let me suffocate if I betray by lie," uses air as a metaphor for the essential nature of communication and trust in relationships. Air is about the free flow of thoughts and the breath of life. A lie can choke this flow, leading to suffocation—symbolically speaking, the death of openness and trust. Relationships thrive on transparency and honesty, which are as necessary as air is for life.

**Ether:** Lastly, the ether element, associated with the spirit or the higher self, is a metaphor for the deeper connection in a relationship. "Let me melt away if I fail on purpose," reflects the concept that a purposeful failure in maintaining the spiritual or emotional bond will lead to the relationship dissolving into nothingness. Ether, often associated with space and the divine, represents the sacred space within which the relationship exists. When this space is violated by intentional neglect, the connection dissipates.

In all, these elemental metaphors serve as a powerful reminder of the natural laws governing relationships. Each element represents a fundamental aspect of relational dynamics, emphasizing the importance of nurturing these dimensions to prevent the decay and dissolution of the bond between student and teacher.



The "Oath of the Five Elements" is rich with metaphors that can be directly correlated to real-world consequences experienced when relationships fail or when one's commitments are not met. These consequences are not just metaphorical but can manifest in various tangible and intangible losses.

**Fire – Burnout:** The element of fire in the oath represents passion and energy. In real life, when one over-commits or betrays a relationship, it can lead to burnout. Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It occurs when one feels overwhelmed and unable to meet constant demands, much like a fire that burns too intensely and eventually consumes all its fuel.

**Water – Emotional Overwhelm:** Water symbolizes the flow of emotions. Failing to maintain balance in a relationship can lead to being "drowned" in problems. This is akin to emotional overwhelm, where an individual is so flooded by issues that they feel incapacitated, unable to 'keep their head above water,' and struggle to cope with the demands of the relationship.

**Earth – Loss of Stability:** The earth element stands for stability and reliability. Failing in this aspect can lead to a loss of physical and emotional security, such as the loss of a home or financial stability ("destroyed earthly property"), or it can symbolize a foundational shaking of one's life, where things one took for granted are suddenly uprooted.

**Air – Communication Breakdown:** Air signifies communication and connection. When lies or deceit enter a relationship, it can lead to a breakdown in communication, much like suffocation. In a more literal sense, a relationship may suffer from the 'loss of air' when trust is broken, leading to a sense of constriction and an inability to breathe new life into the partnership.

**Ether – Loss of Connection:** Ether is associated with the spiritual or the intangible bonds that connect people. A breach here could mean a loss of something deeply personal and ethereal, such as the connection with one's children or a significant emotional bond. When such a spiritual or deep-seated connection is severed, one might feel as though they have lost access to a vital part of their life, leading to a profound sense of grief and disconnection.

Each of these elements can be seen as a metaphor for the aspects of our well-being that are jeopardized when we fail in our commitments to others. The 'Oath of the Five Elements' thus serves as a poignant reminder of the real-world implications of our actions within the sphere of our relationships and the importance of maintaining balance, honesty, and integrity in all our interactions.