Bushido as an Ethical System
A self reflective journey for martial artists and those looking to understand the philosophy of Bushido
What you will learn
Be introduced to the ethical concepts of Bushido
Understand the development of Bushido in relation to history
Be able to understand and apply the ethics of Bushido for self-development
Be introduced to and reflect on traditional East Asian works relating to the ethos of the Samurai
Description
Martial arts schools in the modern era have their teachings rooted deeply in Eastern thought and ideology. While all styles of Eastern martial arts have underlying influences rooted in a Buddhist, Confucian and Taoist thought, Japanese martial arts in particular have unified their ethical system into what is known as “Bushido” or “Way of the Warrior.” In their practice, martial arts practitioners have a sub culture of their own where through following rigorous training routines and a mindset dedicated to self-discipline and resolve, they are able to reach high levels of athleticism and accomplish great feats simply for the sake to be able to pass down their knowledge and training to future generations. Through the study of Bushido as an ethical system we can gain great insight into the mindset of martial artists and understand the philosophy that drives them.