1. The Way of the Samurai

3. Historical Comparisons
Samurai have been compared to the following groups:
Knights
Spartans
Janissaries

4. Loyalty and honor to a retainer
Samurai expectations
Skill in Arms
Courage in battle
Loyalty and honor to a retainer
Death before dishonor

5. Seven Principles Justice and Morality Complete Sincerity
Polite courtesy and respect
Heroic Courage

6. Honor
Benevolence and Compassion
Duty and Loyalty

7. Women of the Samurai Expected to be tough and dutiful
Had to fight in times of necessity.
Weapon of choice: naginata (halberd)

8. Dedication to Perfection
Samurai dedicate themselves to perfection in all things during waking hours.
Arts
Fighting skills
Food preparation

9. Texts Hagakure – In the Shadow of Leaves
Bushido – Life in Every Breath
Gorin no Sho – The Book of Five Rings

10. Lifestyle Assignment