Courtesy in the code of bushido begins and ends every session in Martial Arts. The classes begin and end with a “rie” to the kami za and between the students and the teacher. Many define “rei” as a bow, however; it actually means respect. The students are not bowing to Read more…
The dictionary defines humility as having low self worth. The Bible, however; defines it more like the code of bushido. To have courteous respect for others. At the same time bushido would define it as recognizing one’s self worth without being boastful of it. i think that deserves exploring. As Read more…
The next virtue of Bushido is courage. This can be as simple as living life fully and not letting the little annoyances of everyday life turn into crippling obstacles. It can, also, mean a willingness to do what others fear. I don’t mean reckless thrill-seeking. That is not courage, that Read more…
Last week I wrote about one of the seven virtues of bushido. I’d like to continue in that direction. Another virtue is honor. Honor can be defined in several different ways. Honor is to hold in high respect, perhaps to be deserving of such. What do we do to deserve Read more…
What is the void, and how do we use it? When you take your opponents kazushi, balance, you do it by relaxation. When you are attacked the opponent will expect to strike, or grab, a solid resistance whether he is using a weapon or not. By your relaxing they encounter Read more…