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Universal Swordsman

A warrior's ultimate act is to lay down his sword.

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Which Characteristic From the Samurai Code Matches You Best? (You may find out your best trait)

Honor: You are an honorable person who is firm with his/her beliefs and treats others as you are treated. People would consider you humble at times and very respectful, and someone to definitely respect back.
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You are a noble warrior.You belive there is no true evil, and that everyone can turn onto the good side. You spare your enemies when they admit defeat. You fight with a passion. You save those in need, and put their saftey first. You use a long sword, and a shield.
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What Level Jedi Are You?
You are... A JEDI MASTER.You are a Jedi Master. Your power is not measurable, yet you remain humble and do not misjudge. You are wise beyond comprehension and all seek your advice. You are born to both lead and serve. You are selfless and think of what best benefits everyone else. However, when something must be done, it must be done- you do not argue that point. You try with everything you have to withhold peace throughout the entire galaxy.
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Fudo Myoo and the Japanese Swordsman

Fudo Myoo and the Japanese SwordsmanThe unmovable Fudo, known in India as Acala or Achalanatha, one of the many manifestations of Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction and reincarnation, is one of the...
Posted by Universal Swordsman on Thu, 18 Oct 2007 11:25:00 PST

Just One Move

Just One MoveA 10-year-old boy decided to study judo despite the fact that he had lost his left arm in a devastating car accident.The boy began lessons with an old Japanese judo master. The boy was do...
Posted by Universal Swordsman on Sat, 22 Sep 2007 01:13:00 PST

The Swordless Swordsman - Part 1

The Swordless Swordsman - Part 1Muto translated literally means No-Sword. This term has over the years been used three different ways in the martial arts. 1.) The Use of Strategy. 2.) Facing an Arme...
Posted by Universal Swordsman on Fri, 15 Jun 2007 11:00:00 PST

Training with Tengu on Mt. Kurama

Training with Tengu on Mt. Kurama A tengu is a goblin. These mischievous mythological creatures, half-human/half-bird, who were said to inhabit the mountains of Japan, were also experts in ...
Posted by Universal Swordsman on Thu, 31 May 2007 09:21:00 PST

Put a Lid on it!

Put a Lid on it! Miyamoto Musashi (1584-1645), whose name means "Storehouse of military knowledge." is best remembered as the author of, the treatise on strategy, A Book of Five Rings. A famous...
Posted by Universal Swordsman on Wed, 16 May 2007 03:08:00 PST

The Essence of Swordsmanship

What is the Essence of Swordsmanship? Let us answer this question, from the feudal Japanese perspective, by using quotes from the swordsmen themselves. There seem to be two schools of thought ...
Posted by Universal Swordsman on Wed, 09 May 2007 11:03:00 PST

Impatient Young Samurai and the Old Master

Impatient Young Samurai and the Old Master Matajuro (a.k.a. Munefuyu) Yagyu (1613-75) was the son of the famous swordsman Munenori Yagyu who was fencing teacher to the Shogun, Ieyasu Tokagawa. Be...
Posted by Universal Swordsman on Mon, 23 Apr 2007 10:05:00 PST

The Samurai, the Monk and the Gates of Paradise

The Samurai, the Monk and the Gates of Paradise  Hakuin Ekaku (1685-1768), was a monk of the Rinzai sect, known as the "school of sudden enlightenment", he vigorously opposed other Zen sect...
Posted by Universal Swordsman on Tue, 17 Apr 2007 12:23:00 PST

The Samurai's Three Sons

The Samurai's Three SonsTsukahara Bokuden (1489 - 1571), the founder of the Kashima Shinto-ryu school of swordsmanship, was a fine warrior and caring teacher. However, he was growing old and as skille...
Posted by Universal Swordsman on Fri, 13 Apr 2007 09:33:00 PST

The Sensei's Test

This is my wife Katherine's favorite story and is being posted at her request, with a special thank you to Rev. Kensho Furuya in who's awesome book, Kodo; Ancient Ways, I first read a version of this ...
Posted by Universal Swordsman on Wed, 04 Apr 2007 06:45:00 PST