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RZA runs the Clan like a church, and as I read his autobiography I could feel his leadership and energy. He writes about Supreme Mathematics, the 12 Jewels, The Nation of Gods and Earths, and surviving in the streets of NYC as a youth. This is the quote that I really got excited about:
“For instance, they say Martin Luther King Jr. was a fornicator. Does it matter? Do you believe in the messenger or his message? I believe in the message. That’s why when I read certain books or see certain films, I skip over the names: Forget who said it if it’s truth.” – The Tao of Wu, pg 32-33
I like the idea of being receptive to ideas and materials no matter where they come from. The Wu has come to me in different forms – music, skateboarding, snowboarding, television – their presence is much larger than themselves. RZA’s is a powerful message – perhaps the most poignant thus far.
”— Peter Sutherland, from his essay My Life and Synchronicity With The Wu Tang.
