The Origins of Xingyi Quan: Ji Jike, Yue Fei and the Making of a Martial Tradition

Who created Xingyi Quan? A translated Chinese martial arts magazine article by Wu Dianke and Wu Lianru examines the claims surrounding Bodhidharma, Yue Fei and Ji Jike. Byron Jacobs adds historical commentary on Shaolin connections, disputed manuscripts and the development of civilian boxing from spear methods.