HwaRang Code of Honor

Tae Kwon Do has a military background (see history of Tae Kwon Do), and therefor there is a general code. The HwaRang code of hnour strongly influences the modern comandments of Tae Kwon Do.

1. Serve your lord with loyalty
2. Serve your parents with filial piety
3. Trust your friends
4. Never retreat from a battle
5. When taking life, be selective