| Bushido, the way of the samurai, grew out of the fusion of Buddhism and Shintoism. This way can be summarized in seven principles: 1. Gi: the right decision, taken with equanimity, the right attitude, the truth. When we must die, we must die. Rectitude. 2. Yu: bravery tinged with heroism. 3. Jin: universal love, benevolence toward mankind; compassion. 4. Rei: right action--a most essential quality, courtesy. 5. Makoto: utter sincerity; truthfulness. �. Melyo: honor and glory. 7. Chugo: devotion, loyalty. These are the seven principles underlying the spirit of Bushido The way of the samurai is imperative and absolute. Practice, in the body, through the unconscious, is fundamental to it...thus the enormous importance attached to the learning of right action or behavior. |
| THE SEVEN PRINCIPLES OF BUSHIDO |
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| "When a Samurai goes out to battle and does valiant and splendid exploits and makes a great name, it is only because he made up his mind to die." - Daid�ji Y�zan |
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