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Samurai
Much like the knights of the Western World, the nation of Japan also had its proud warriors. Forged in the feudal societies of Japan over 1000 years ago, the warriors called Samurai came about as a result of conflicting interests amongst quarreling governments and powerful dynasties such as the Tokugawa, Minamoto and Yamato clans. ... Samurai were revered for their roles in government and in military alike, as they were important figures in both areas throughout Japanese history. As the nation grew and revolutionized, the immensely strong influences of the Samurai lent much to the formation of modern day Japan- evident in every aspect of its culture today. ... Initially used only as royal guards and military soldiers, the first samurai knew little else but war and duty. ... Samurai were looked to as leaders, advisors, and heroes on and off the field. This transition was the result of a steadily occurring phenomenon in Japan’s history- as dynasties became more powerful and territory more expanded, royal delegates relied more and more on their samurai to carry out the missions required to maintain control. This history of the Samurai was marked by a rise to power and accomplishments made possible only through their discipline, skills and beliefs. ... This was Bushido: The way of Samurai.
Bushido dominated all aspects of the samurai’s social and personal relationships. ... It is a code of the strictest standards and was applicable to a samurai in every situation of life. ... ” This meaning that a samurai would die at his own hands by committing Hara Kiri (suicide by disembowelment) or otherwise before failing to complete a task or
protect his lord. ... All this was necessary to develop the mind-set and skills necessary to wield the title of Samurai.
Besides a conditioned lifestyle, a samurai also developed a myriad of trademark skills. ... Perhaps the most easily associated with the Samurai would be the sword, also known as the daisho (long sword) or wakizashi (short sword).
Approximate Word count = 1542
Approximate Pages = 6.2
(250 words per page double spaced)
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