Bushido, the Soul of Japan
by Inazo Nitobe
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About This Book
Discover the essence of Bushido, the ancientcode of Japan’s samurai, through this fully annotated and illustrated edition with carefully selected illustrations that beautifully complement Nitobe’s thoughts. This enhances yourunderstanding of Japan’s warrior code and its lasting influence on Japanese culture.Discoverthe seven virtues of the Samuraiand more. Delve into the core principles of Bushido, the timeless values that shaped Japan's warrior class.Rectitude, justice(Gi 義): Act fairly and honestly.Courage, bravery(Yu 勇): The ability to face danger with strength and determination.Benevolence...
Chapters (21)(click to expand)
- BUSHIDO THE SOUL OF JAPAN
- PREFACE
- PREFACE TO THE TENTH AND REVISED EDITION
- CONTENTS
- BUSHIDO AS AN ETHICAL SYSTEM.
- SOURCES OF BUSHIDO,
- RECTITUDE OR JUSTICE,
- COURAGE, THE SPIRIT OF DARING AND BEARING,
- BENEVOLENCE, THE FEELING OF DISTRESS,
- POLITENESS,
- VERACITY OR TRUTHFULNESS,
- HONOR,
- THE DUTY OF LOYALTY,
- EDUCATION AND TRAINING OF A SAMURAI,
- SELF-CONTROL,
- THE INSTITUTIONS OF SUICIDE AND REDRESS,
- THE SWORD THE SOUL OF THE SAMURAI,
- THE TRAINING AND POSITION OF WOMAN.
- THE INFLUENCE OF BUSHIDO
- IS BUSHIDO STILL ALIVE?
- THE FUTURE OF BUSHIDO,
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