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Quote by Koichi Tohei

“Our lives are born of the Ki of the universe. Let us give thanks for being born not as plants and animals, but as human beings blessed with a universal mind. Let us pledge to fulfill our missions by helping to guide the development and creation of the universe.”

Quote by Koichi Tohei

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Limited information is available about Koichi Tohei, who was born on January 20, 1920, and passed away on May 19, 2011. His occupation and category are currently unknown. more

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