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This variation is generally considered destructive.

 

The initial block of Bowing to Buddha is modified. This variation is accomplished by executing the downward, smothering block directly downward with the arm maintained parallel to the ground throughout its entire execution, instead of using the hand as a pivot point to conclude the block on a vertical orientation. There typically is no rationale for this variation and usually arises due to a lack of information.

 

Rationale Against

Leaving the block on a horizontal plane is not only less realistic execution, but also eliminates inter-form and intra-form relationships. In this specific case, using the hand as the pivot point of the block provides not only relationships within this form, but also between previous and future forms. Also, executing the block in this manner demonstrates that the practitioner understands that this manner of execution diverts the potential attack and its accompanying power away from the body, relieving both the arm and the body from taking the brunt of the potential impact.