The Way of the Samurai
Historical Comparisons Samurai have been compared to the following groups: Knights Spartans Janissaries
Loyalty and honor to a retainer Samurai expectations Skill in Arms Courage in battle Loyalty and honor to a retainer Death before dishonor
Seven Principles Justice and Morality Complete Sincerity Polite courtesy and respect Heroic Courage
Honor Benevolence and Compassion Duty and Loyalty
Women of the Samurai Expected to be tough and dutiful Had to fight in times of necessity. Weapon of choice: naginata (halberd)
Dedication to Perfection Samurai dedicate themselves to perfection in all things during waking hours. Arts Fighting skills Food preparation
Texts Hagakure – In the Shadow of Leaves Bushido – Life in Every Breath Gorin no Sho – The Book of Five Rings
Lifestyle Assignment