"Dragon of the Deep" decorative katana

Samurai (侍) are the stuff of dreams and fear. They represent one of the most powerful incarnations of masculine heroism, in the noble sense of the word, through their submission to a code of honor and irreproachable virtues, following the bushidô, the way of the knight-warrior.They illuminate the soul of a Japan which, after the tragedy of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in the XXᵗʰ century, has finally opted for inner peace and harmony, thus reconnecting with its most ancient and fruitful past.
One of the most comprehensive books on the subject, presenting the seven great Confucian virtues, associated with bushidô: uprightness (義 Gi, sometimes also translated as "rectitude" or "rigor"), courage (勇 Yū), benevolence (仁 Jin, sometimes also translated as "greatness of soul", "compassion" or "generosity"), politeness (礼 Rei, corresponding to the etiquette that appeared in France at the same time, or more generally, respect), sincerity (誠 Makoto or "honesty"), honor (名誉 Meiyō) and loyalty (忠義 Chūgi). An enlightened view of the samurai, their initiation, culture, philosophy and influence for centuries.
Release date: November 10, 2014

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