Samurai Articles

1). An Overview of the Samurai By : Richard Monk
Given their noble role in most Hollywood movies, you might be surprised to find the discussion of the Samurai is a somewhat controversial area, particularly as to how the Samurai actually acted. An Overview of the Samurai One of the most interesting periods in the past of Japan has to be the feudal period. Out of this era came many different aspects of the Japanese culture that are still thought of today and one of those aspects are the Samurai.
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2). Self Improvement - What the Samurai Can Teach Us About It By : Gary Simpson
A Seventeenth Century Samurai maxim states: "A man who has attained mastery of an art reveals it in his every action" This saying is one of my personal favorites. There is so much depth to its meaning. Allow me to discuss it a little and explain how it will be able to benefit you. First, a question: What is the single greatest thing that you can do with mastery and excellence? Don't say: "nothing.
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3). The Japanese Feudal Periods By : Richard Monk
Japan is often thought of as a very formal, polite society. While this is true in modern times, the Japanese feudal periods were anything but. The Japanese Feudal Periods The feudal periods in Japan took place from the 12th through 19th centuries, and it marked an important period in the country's history. The rule of Japan by regional families and clans, as well as by the shogun (war lords) created a different sort of culture marked by a decrease in the power of the emperor as well as indifference in the ruling class.
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4). The History And Mystique Of The Japanese Samurai Sword By : Tom Sample
Despite its effectiveness, the gun lacks the mystique that accompanies a Japanese sword, or any sword of ancient tradition for that matter.
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5). Swordplay, Anyone? By : Charles Kassotis
What you may want to know about swords for making costumes, decorating your home, or refurbishing your office.
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6). The philosophy of samurai swords By : Gamit Ana
Decorating your 21st century interior in a Japanese manner has become very popular. The Japanese artifacts, like the samurai swords, are proof of great taste not only because of their eye catching colors and shapes but because they hold a lot of meaning. They represent moral values like patience, discipline, honor, loyalty and determination. The modern world has forgot some very important codes, but their symbols still exist as a reminder in the Japanese works of art that distinguish some homes or offices.
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7). Kensei: Sword Saint By : Chris Pizzo
Samurai Miyamoto Musashi was a swordsmen of legendary ability in his own time and left writings that still influence martial artists still today.
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8). Katana - For the Samurai in You Dying to Get Out By : William Doggett
The katana sword is a gruesome looking weapon and its history tells the story of a weapon designed strictly for war. The reason that I have chosen the Katana to do a bit of research and writing on is because of my love for sword collecting. Any collector of swords should take a bit of time to gain more knowledge of the katana whether you own one or are tempted to add one to your collection.
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9). Japanese Antiques - Samurai Swords, Delicate Grace By : Derek Dashwood
The amazing contrast of Japan seems to be in the example of the sword and the silk curtain: fierce warfare outside, yet shoes off and quiet tea in the home in Buddhist bliss.Did he who made the lamb make thee?
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