In reviewing the actual Korean Poomse meanings, it is apparent that there is no way to truly extract a Christian Meaning.
However, there is a way to present a related Christian thought for selected patterns. (And for others, I can offer only a Scripture Verse.)
[For clarification, courtesy of the excellent web site - General Taekwondo Information - I will present the Korean Poomse Name and Description as well.]
Poomse Taeguk/Palgwe Il Jang - Heaven
The first Taeguk/Palgwe is the beginning of all Poomses. The associated trigram represents Yang (heaven, light), therefore, this Poomse should be performed with the greatness of Heaven.
- the beginning
"In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." (Genesis 1:1)
Just as our beginning in Taekwondo starts with the "first" form, our journey through the Bible begins with the first book - Genesis - and the story of Creation.
Poomse Taeguk/Palgwe Ee Jang - Lake
In the depths of the lake are treasures and mysteries. The movements of this Taeguk/Palgwe should be performed knowing that man has limitations, but that we can overcome these limitations. This should lead to a feeling of joy, knowing that we can control our future.
- man has limitations
"for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23)
- we can overcome these limitations
"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life" (John 3:16)
- a feeling of joy
"He redeemed my soul from going down to the pit, and I will live to enjoy the light." (Job 33:28)
Through Christ there is forgiveness of sin, salvation, and life everlasting. Is that not a glorious future?
Poomse Taeguk/Palgwe Sam Jang - Fire
Fire contains a lot of energy. Fire helped man to survive, but on the other hand had some catastrophical results. This form should be performed rhythmically, with some outbursts of energy.
- helped man to survive
"It is a burnt offering, an offering made by fire, an aroma pleasing to the Lord." (Leviticus 1:17)
- catastrophical results
"So fire came out from the presence of the Lord and consumed them, and they died before the Lord." (Leviticus 10:2)
The Old Testament book of Leviticus has as its' central theme - Holiness. Fire is used to both atone and purify.
Poomse Taeguk/Palgwe Sa Jang - Thunder
Thunder comes from the sky and is absorbed by the earth. Thunder is one of the most powerful natural forces, circling, gyrating. This Taeguk/Palgwe should be performed with this in mind.
"The Lord thundered from heaven; the voice of the Most High resounded." (Psalm 18:13)
Poomse Taeguk/Palgwe Oh Jang - Wind
Wind is a gently force, but can sometimes be furious, destroying everything in it's path. Poomse Taeguk/Palgwe Oh Jang should be performed like the wind: gently, but knowing the ability of mass destruction with a single movement.
"The Lord said, Go out and stand on the mountain in the presence of the Lord, for the Lord is about to pass by. Then a great and powerful wind tore the mountains apart and shattered the rocks before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind." (1st Kings 19:11)
Poomse Taeguk/Palgwe Yook Jang - Water
Water can move a mountain. The movements of this Poomse should be performed like water. Sometimes standing still like water in a lake, sometimes thriving as a river.
- move a mountain
"I baptize you with water for repentance."
(Matthew 3:11)
"As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and lighting on him." (Matthew 3:16)
"and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also - not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a good conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ" (1st Peter 3:21)
Water baptism saves us in the sense that it is an obedient expression of our repentance, our faith in Christ, and our commitment to come out of the world.
Poomse Taeguk/Palgwe Chil Jang - Mountain
Mountains will always look majestic, no matter the size. This Poomse should be performed with the feeling that all movements are this majestic and deserved to be praised.
"The Lord said to Moses, Come up to me on the mountain and stay here, and I will give you the tablets of stone, with the law and commands I have written for their instruction. Then Moses set out with Joshua his aide, and Moses went up on the mountain of God." (Exodus 24:12-13)
"When Moses went up on the mountain, the cloud covered it, and the glory of the Lord settled on Mount Sinai." (Exodus 24:15-16)
Poomse Taeguk/Palgwe Pal Jang - Earth
The associated trigram of this Poomse is Yin: the end of the beginning, the evil part of all that is good. Even in this darkness, there is still some light. Performing this Taeguk/Palgwe, one should be aware that this is the last Taeguk/Palgwe to be learned, it also is the end of a circle, and therefore it is also the first, the second etc...
- the beginning
"In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." (Genesis 1:1)
"for, "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it." (1st Corinthians 10:26)
- the evil part of all that is good
"The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God." (2nd Corinthians 4:4)
"...you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air," (Ephesians 2:2)
- Even in this darkness, there is still some light
"Jesus said to him, 'Away from me, Satan! For it is written: 'Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.' (Matthew 4:10)
The "god of this age" refers to Satan, who holds power over much of the activity of this present age. His rule is, however, temporary and conditional. He continues only by God's permissive will until the end of history.
Those who do not submit themselves to Jesus Christ remain under Satan's sway. He blinds the eyes to the truth and glory of the gospel in order that they might not be saved.
The solution to this fatal situation is to bind his activity through intercession and to preach the gospel in the power of the Spirit in order that people may hear, understand, and choose to believe.
If you have not accepted Jesus Christ as your Savior, may I suggest you read "The Answers".
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