Origins Part 5
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Aikido World Journal - Homepage
Here's a selection of what you'll find. Didn't give it all to you because I want you to visit his website. Bushido is the unwritten code of conduct of the Samurai. Literally, Bushido means "warrior - samurai - ways". Bushi is a term for warrior, but directly infers a more prestigious or higher class warrior. The "ways" or "way" is a term used by most "do-martial arts" (such as: Judo, Kendo, Aikido, and Iaido), which means "the way to . . . ".
Bushido is comprised of a system or standards of moral principles that became the soul of the Samurai, during the feudal periods of Japan. It developed over the centuries from the influences of Zen Buddhism, Confucianism, Shinotism, and the expression of these affectations, had their medium in the visual and literary arts such as painting, poetry, and living the way of life (Bushido) they chose to take. Each of these gifts molded and shaped Bushido, as a moral standard of conduct to follow.
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Amazon.com: Welcome
The Heart of the Warrior: Origins and Religious Background of the Samurai System in Feudal Japan
by Catharina Blomberg
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CyberSleuth Kids.com :Student Homework Helper
Origins of the Samurai
The most comprehensive and most popular Judo site on the net with complete references on Judo history, principles...
Score: 35http: //rain.org/˜ssa/samurai.htm
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National Geographic News - Samurai Truth
The Last Samurai: Movie Myth or History?
Stefan Lovgren in Los Angeles
for National Geographic News
December 2, 2003
Mythology colors all history. Sometimes, legend and lore merely embellish the past. Other times, mythology may actually devour history. Such is the case with the samurai, the military aristocracy of feudal Japan.
The samurai are known as strong and courageous warriors, schooled with swords. In reality, they were an elitist and (for two centuries) idle class that spent more time drinking and gambling than cutting down enemies on the battlefield.
Go to the site for the full article.
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Oswego City School District Regents Exam Prep Center
4a. Feudal Japan Resources
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Regents Exam Prep Multiple-Choice Question Archive
When you are ready to quiz yourself on this topic, try these multiple-choice questions.
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Origins of the Samurai (David Lay)
Story of the origin of the Samurai during the Feudal period of Japan.
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Samurai Information links
Jintachi Swords
These swords are approximately 44"
overall when sheathed. Out of it's sheath (or holder) the actual sword
is 43" long with a 28" Stainless Steel blade sharpened to
a fine edge. All in all, a quite impressive work of art worthy of display
in any collection.
SW0044 Jintachi sword in red. Click on picture for additional information.
