Way of the S A M U R A I R U A C H
The Way of The Samurai Ruach is an interesting one. It is enlightening in a way, but it is more like a remembering. It is lonely in a way, but you find your self in all things, and all things in your self-- and since all things are spirit, and all spirit is rooted in one thing, BEING, then there is nothing but ONE (not even oneness) but that gets lost in the illusions, distractions, divisions, deceptions, etc. of this "reality"... which is the point of it. Urban Samurai is a part of it, but it is bigger than that-- for those who were thinking that. There is much to say of it, but to sum it up, like all things, "it is... " It's a spiritual path of knowing self for those who embrace the dark as much as the light... ones who are more fire, and that just is what it is. There is also the way of Blacklight Fires, which is a similar mindset to The Samurai Ruach, but the Blacklight path is more Ronin in it's honesty.
Still, for a clearer definition, THE WAY OF THE SAMURAI RUACH is about (1) knowing your self to the point of being your self, and honestly walking your walk, and thorugh that, knowing the divinity of self and your Pure BEING-- but that gets into so many things. (2) It is rooted in KNOWING, not just thinking, not just understanding, but KNOWING one's self, and their word (master/lord). There is a peace and solidarity in knowing-- more than thinking, believing, wanting, understanding, etc. Your word in the moment is God, and Lord is the keeper of the bread (or the thing that governs you in your body), so knowing those things-- basically what your purpose is, your WHY, as well as all of the 3Why's in all of your moments as to walk honestly in your divinity, is a goal. Which leads to (3) It is rooted in BEING. This is an eternal thing. It will take your entire eternal BEING to BE your self. Most rush things in one lifetime or expression, or another... you have forever.
T h e B L A C K L I G H T P a t h
As mentioned earlier, there is The BLACKLIGHT path (The Way of Blacklights), which, is based more on "Knowing the light, the darkness, and the light and darkness in both, and all between." In the Samurai culture, is an interesting balance between Samurai and Ronin, only because of the respect for understanding, and in that, balance between, and understanding of one's Lord or master, and SELF. Being a steward of Pure BEING, Consciousness, and a host of other spirits (all of them honestly), one would be more apt to studying to know that Lord (Word, Master, God, etc.) before dedicating one's life to it (them, that) blindly, as you may be a friend to someone who is not a friend to you. In that, KNOWING THE WORD is crucial, and from that, in The Blacklight path, there are even discussions on other ways of looking at "God, god(s) & goddesses, and GOD" even with pity, knowing their word and the results of it, that are honest in a way most other religions would not even consider. For instance, knowing that "God" is a limited way of being, and BEING is bigger than that-- as God, gods & goddesses, and even GOD (the spirit) are ways of BEING being. Powerful, yeah, sure, but not free, as their chained to "being God" and can have, do, or be nothing else. In that, Pure BEING is what is sought on the Samurai Ruch paths. Religion causes many to blindly enter into agreements without being properly educated. You have to start somewhere I guess. The BLACKLIGHT path is more honest, but understanding that a great deal of "the point" of this "reality" is division, deception, illusion, distraction, and things of that nature (which is why lies and distractions are more favored than the light, or illumination) then this way can seem more of a challenge. That brutal honesty cuts through a lot of circles, but again, "here" in this "reality" going in circles is a part of The Game. Most of the QUOTES hit harder when on that path, or in that way.
An Honest Spiritual Relationship
Overall, The Way of The Samurai Ruach is explored through perspectives and insights in The Book of The Samurai Ruach, a chronicle of one walking the path. It's about HONEST SPIRITUALITY, and by spirituality, I mean a knowing of spirit (ways of being) by way of BEING. For instance, you cannot know the spirit of happiness until you have been it. You can read, and be told, and watch and see, and dream, plan, theorize, etc. all you want... but you won't KNOW until you have been it. Until then you are just thinking, or believing, or understanding. Know the word. The word is "KNOW." Knowing offers a sobering inevitable stillness which is inescapable, save by your thinking, which does not change what you know. That is why, in this "reality" especially, you are made to BE... THINKING... other than what you know, so that you ARE KNOWING... in the now... things you WANT to BE KNOWING. You know all, and there is nowhere to go there. That is what it is. Nothing more, nothing less. C'est la vie, la guerre, et le jeu.
Here, the writings show the development of a mindset and way of being, from the practical to the spiritual. From The Book of 3’s (more instructive) to The Books of Blacklight (more personal and raw), each sheds light—even if a blacklight—on what it means to live the Samurai Ruach path. This walk is practical, spiritual, and intellectual, dealing with all levels of being while embracing them fully. Unlike other marketed schools of thought, The Book of The Samurai Ruach comes straight from gut, heart, mind, and soul, written as inspired expression to enlighten the self—knowing that the purest way to know is simply to BE.
Though seeded with hints of religion, it is ultimately about an honest relationship with self and spirit—about living in Pure BEING, and in that, understanding the honesty of all spirits: God, Humanity, Christ, Good, Evil, Self, and beyond (ALL SPIRITS), to reach the truth of WHY I AM. We are eternal beings, and awareness is as inescapable as being itself. The Samurai Ruach honors this gift of consciousness, respecting it as the essence of eternity. All spirits, even those labeled “good” or “evil,” are inevitable across the timeline of forever. The path is not about others—it is about YOU, seeing, knowing, and being all things in yourself, and yourself in all things. BEING is larger than GOD, so the aim is to know and embody your truest self. Only you are the manual. “C’est la vie, la guerre, et le jeu. Walk your walk. Be honest all ways, always.”
Religions
The Way of The Samurai Ruach is not a religion, doesn't claim to be, and doesn't want, need, or care to be. It's more of a way of walking honestly in your own spiritual relationship(s). Your beliefs are your own. This is about the honesty of those so you actually KNOW when it comes to those. many beliefs are handed down, or brainwashed in, even if lovingly, but rooted in fear and control. Enough of that. Why would you do that to your self, or anyone you love, care about, believe in, etc. So, no, this is not about religion and should not be treated as one. I do take spiritual matters very seriously, so here's a quick rundown of SOME religions. Not all. There are religions about POOP and Spaghetti Monsters. I did write a bunch on those, for a book which listed a huge portion of religions, the book/text they use, in chronological order, and a bit on who created them. I was working on the creators' last words, where applicable, and ended up working on "I HOPE THIS HELPS" more. Maybe I'll put it here as it's own post or document to read. Anyways.... religions:
Ancient Mesopotamian Religion (c. 3500–2000 BCE), the earliest known organized religion in Sumer and Babylon, was polytheistic, with gods like Anu, Enlil, and Ishtar ruling over nature and society; it emphasized appeasing deities through ritual, sacrifice, and temple worship.
Ancient Egyptian Religion (c. 3000 BCE), centered on gods such as Ra, Osiris, and Isis, and the divine order (ma’at), taught that pharaohs were divine rulers, life continued after death, and elaborate rituals ensured harmony between gods and humans.
Hinduism (2000–1500 BCE), developing from the Indus Valley and Vedic traditions, has no single founder and is based on sacred texts like the Vedas and Upanishads; it emphasizes dharma (duty), karma, reincarnation, many deities as aspects of Brahman, and the goal of moksha (liberation).
Zoroastrianism (c. 1000–600 BCE), founded by Zoroaster in Persia, worships Ahura Mazda as supreme God, teaches dualism between truth/light and falsehood/darkness, and emphasizes free will, moral purity, and the final victory of good.
Judaism (c. 1200–1000 BCE), rooted in Abraham’s covenant with Yahweh (YHVH) and later codified by Moses in the Torah, is the first Abrahamic faith; its core principles are strict monotheism, divine law, covenantal community, and justice.
Greek Religion & Philosophy (c. 800–300 BCE), with gods like Zeus, Athena, and Apollo, combined mythology with philosophy; thinkers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle sought truth through reason, ethics, and metaphysics, laying foundations for Western thought.
Norse and Germanic Paganism (c. 500 BCE–1000 CE), polytheistic traditions of Northern Europe, worshiped gods like Odin, Thor, and Freyja, teaching courage, honor, fate (wyrd), and a heroic afterlife (Valhalla).
Buddhism (5th–4th century BCE), founded by Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) in India, teaches the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, compassion, mindfulness, and liberation from suffering through enlightenment (nirvana).
Jainism (5th century BCE), founded in India by Mahavira, emphasizes nonviolence (ahimsa), truth, asceticism, karma, and liberation of the soul through self-discipline and ethical living.
Confucianism (5th century BCE), founded by Confucius in China, is a moral and social philosophy centered on filial piety, virtue, education, respect for tradition, and harmony in family and state.
Taoism (Daoism) (4th–3rd century BCE), attributed to Laozi and the Dao De Jing, emphasizes harmony with the Dao (the Way), balance of yin and yang, simplicity, naturalness, and non-forcing (wu wei).
Hellenistic Mystery Religions & Gnosticism (c. 200 BCE–300 CE), spread around the Mediterranean, often combined Greek, Egyptian, and Persian ideas; they focused on secret rituals, salvation through hidden knowledge, and direct experience of the divine.
Christianity (1st century CE), founded on the teachings of Jesus (Yeshua), who is believed to be the Messiah and Son of God, emerged from Judaism; its principles are salvation through Christ, love, forgiveness, and eternal life with God.
Mithraism (1st–4th century CE), a Roman mystery cult from Persian Mithra worship, emphasized loyalty, cosmic struggle, and salvation through Mithras, appealing especially to Roman soldiers.
Islam (7th century CE), founded by the Prophet Muhammad in Arabia, is based on the Qur’an as God’s revelation; its Five Pillars are faith, prayer, charity, fasting, and pilgrimage, with Allah as the one God and Muhammad as His final messenger.
Sikhism (15th century CE), founded by Guru Nanak in Punjab, teaches devotion to one God, equality of all people, service, meditation, and the rejection of caste, ritualism, and superstition.
Humanism (Renaissance, 14th–16th centuries CE), rooted in Greek philosophy and revived in Europe, is a secular worldview emphasizing human dignity, reason, ethics, freedom, and progress without reliance on divine authority.
Atheism (roots in classical philosophy but widespread from the 18th century Enlightenment), is not a religion but the lack of belief in gods; its principles vary but often emphasize reason, skepticism, and human responsibility without reliance on divine authority.
Luciferianism (late Middle Ages onward, revived in modern esoteric movements), venerates Lucifer not as Satan but as a symbol of enlightenment, knowledge, rebellion, and self-empowerment, emphasizing individual freedom, critical thought, and illumination.
New Thought (early 19th century CE, United States), founded by thinkers like Phineas Quimby, emphasizes the power of the mind, positive thinking, divine healing, and the belief that God or universal spirit is present in all, shaping reality through thought.
Thelema (early 20th century CE), founded by Aleister Crowley, is a spiritual philosophy centered on the law “Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law,” with principles of discovering one’s True Will, ceremonial magic, and union with the divine through personal freedom.
Modern Paganism (20th century CE), reviving ancient polytheistic and mystical practices, emphasize nature reverence, personal spirituality, magic, energy, and eclectic blends of Eastern and Western traditions.
New Age Spirituality (20th century CE), an eclectic movement rather than a single religion, blends Eastern mysticism, Western esotericism, and alternative healing; it emphasizes personal spiritual growth, energy, interconnectedness, meditation, and the evolution of human consciousness.
Pastafarianism (Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster) (2005 CE), founded by Bobby Henderson as a satirical critique of intelligent design, worships the Flying Spaghetti Monster as parody deity; its core principle is skepticism of dogma, embracing humor, reason, and freedom of belief.
the Samurai Ruach logo
One way of understanding a little more who and what a Samurai Ruach is, here's a breakdown of the LOGO (image), as well as it's components. Enjoy. Thank you for taking and sharing this moment.
I know, it looks good, huh? I've been doing logos and graphics for a while. That's all human being too-- not AI. Samurai Ruach is a merging of two things: Samurai (and that culture) and Ruach (and that culture). In short, the two together are "[the spirit/way of] a warrior of divinity." The logo has a Japanese character for "Samurai" on the top, and the bottom is the Hebrew word "Ruach". The Samurai Ruach logo is far more than a symbol—it’s a declaration. It embodies a dynamic universe where philosophy meets fiction, spirit meets style, and ancient warrior codes fuel futuristic realities. Rooted in the Samurai’s path of discipline, devotion, and honor, and elevated by the breath of divine spirit—Ruach, a Hebrew word meaning “wind,” “spirit,” or “breath”—this logo speaks to a profound journey of conscious living and powerful BEING.
Samurai (The Way Of The Warrior)
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Here is some of what I've gathered on Samurai so far. I still have more to learn, but chasing rabbit holes is just something to do. There's always more to get lost in. That's one of the "realities" of this "reality." Still, with what I've learned of Samurai culture, it is beneficial. I do not agree with all of it. Reading Hagakure, which was one of the realest and most personal testimonies I've come across of Samurai and the culture, there are accounts of times when Samurai were to commit Seppuku which I thought were completely unjust, but everything is justifiable to conscious beings, as everything is something to do, and someone will approve of it no matter what it is. Other than killing yourself for honor, and how unjust some of it could be, the majority of the culture seemed an interesting balance between peace and freedom, and challenging oneself, along with a level of self-care and understanding to the point of knowing through being that most other ways do not even pay any mind to. It just clicked for me-- the parts that clicked, namely the things mentioned in the quotes below.
If you've never seen "GHOST DOG: THE WAY OF THE SAMURAI," it's a very very cool and interesting flick. It stays on my Watchlist. Just tossing that out there. It's kind of like a modern "The Last Samurai" (which was also good, says me), but it's in present day urban america. I've always been interested in the culture, particularly the way how there is an Art to all things. I first got into the Art and Way of Tea when researching different teas and their health benefits. (Paraphrasing) "It's not what goes into a being that defiles them, but what comes out..." and with that way of thinking, the Art and Way of Tea appealed just as much as the different teas themselves. It's like Wanting and Having. If you are WANTING, you will never have. (Paraphrasing) "In the beginning was the word... and the word IS GOD."
Before you pick a word, understand to the point of knowing that you are about to create a spiritual (energetic) contract-- you are creating a declaration of a way of BEING.... You are creating a set of BOUNDaries, or a prison/SENTENCE for I AM. Everything is something to do. C'est la vie, la guerre, et le jeu.
Whatever word is being illuminated on the altar of your mind (that spirit or way which you draw from the well behind the veil, and then place on the altar and apply your fire to, making that word flesh of your flesh, like Eve coming from Adam) then becomes GOD. It is what everything in your being and world will revolve around and serve, so it is best to KNOW THE WORD you are making a GOD. And a small hint in that, when it comes to roots, all words are rooted in BEING-- I AM, something happening NOW. Not "I WAS" or "I WILL BE." So, know the word, which becomes who and what I AM. Also, in that, "thou shalt have no GODS BEFORE ME." Do not put anything before I AM, because then you (I AM) become questionable. For instance, "HAPPY, I AM." The focus is then on HAPPY. Not BEING your self WITH a spirit of HAPPINESS.
“It is said that what is called "the spirit of an age" is something to which one cannot return. That this spirit gradually dissipates is due to the world's coming to an end. For this reason, although one would like to change today's world back to the spirit of one hundred years or more ago, it cannot be done. Thus it is important to make the best out of every generation.” ― Tsunetomo Yamamoto, Hagakure: The Book of the Samurai
“Being a retainer is nothing other than being a supporter of one’s lord, entrusting matters of good and evil to him, and renouncing self-interest. If there are but two or three men of this type, the fief will be secure.” ― Tsunetomo Yamamoto, Hagakure: The Book of the Samurai
”If one looks at the world when affairs are going smoothly, there are many who go about putting in their appearance, being useful by their wisdom, discrimination and artfulness. However, if the lord should retire or go into seclusion, there are many who will quickly turn their backs on him and ingratiate themselves to the man of the day. Such a thing is unpleasant even to think about. Men of high position, low position, deep wisdom and artfulness all feel that they are the ones who are working righteously, but when it comes to the point of throwing away one’s life for his lord, all get weak in the knees. This is rather disgraceful. The fact that a useless person often becomes a matchless warrior at such times is because he has already given up his life and has become one with his lord. At the time of Mitsushige’s death there was an example of this. His one resolved attendant was I alone. The others followed in my wake. Always the pretentious, self-asserting notables turn their backs on the man just as his eyes are closing in death. Loyalty is said to be important in the pledge between lord and retainer. Though it may seem unobtainable, it is right before your eyes. If you once set yourself to it, you will become a superb retainer at that very moment.” ― Tsunetomo Yamamoto, Hagakure: The Book of the Samurai
Here's a bit more on SAMURAI. It's done in the "I HOPE THIS HELPS" listing format, because that's a good format, says me. It's not as detailed as some of the other listings (with the frequency in HZ and everything else) but it's still pretty good information. I hope it helps whoever is interested in it.
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· Function/Job: Elite warrior class of feudal Japan; protector of lords (daimyō); master of swordsmanship, archery, and ethics. More than soldiers — they were philosophers of death, discipline, and honor. Keepers of Bushidō (The Way of the Warrior).
· Name Meaning: From Japanese saburau — “to serve” or “one who serves.”
· Symbol or Logo: Katana (curved sword), top-knot (chonmage hairstyle), clan crests (kamon), full armor (ō-yoroi), rising sun motif, chrysanthemum (imperial seal).
· Culture: Japanese; but symbolically global — modern archetype of the warrior monk, disciplined martial artist, and noble killer.
· Religion: Zen Buddhism, Shinto, Confucianism — blended into the Bushidō code; also Taoist and esoteric Buddhist influences through meditation, ritual, and ancestral honor.
· Nemesis/Enemy: Dishonor. Betrayal. Cowardice. Loss of face. Masterlessness (becoming a rōnin). Inner weakness. Sometimes the very system they served.
· Day of the Week/Month: No fixed day — but linked to the changing of seasons, battles during spring and autumn, ritual suicide (seppuku) timed with honor events; lunar months and ancestral festivals (e.g., Obon).
· Also Known As: Bushi (warrior), Ronin (masterless samurai), Hatamoto (direct vassal of shogun), Kenshi (sword saint), Shinobi-no-mono (shadow warriors, ninjas — often contrasted or hidden samurai).
· Related Figures: Miyamoto Musashi (swordsman and philosopher), Tomoe Gozen (female samurai), Oda Nobunaga, Tokugawa Ieyasu, Yamamoto Tsunetomo (author of Hagakure), 47 Rōnin (loyalty and vengeance myth), Bodhidharma (chan/zen mystic), and even Jedi Knights (inspired by samurai ethos).
· Company/Business Names: Samurai Energy, Bushido Brands, Samurai Wallet, Katana Safety, Samurai Security — often used to evoke honor, strength, precision, discipline.
· In The Media/Pop Culture: Countless: Seven Samurai, The Last Samurai, Ghost of Tsushima, Samurai Jack, Rurouni Kenshin, Afro Samurai, Shogun (James Clavell), Yojimbo, Sekiro, Nioh, Kill Bill (influenced by samurai film). Seen in Star Wars, Matrix, Batman (League of Shadows), and hip-hop lyrics referencing Bushidō, Ronin, and katana as spiritual weapons.
· Products: Katana replicas, martial arts uniforms, samurai armor figurines, Bushidō guidebooks, incense burners shaped like warriors, motivational posters with Japanese calligraphy, samurai-themed journals, tattoos, board games, and martial arts schools.
The word Samurai (侍) comes from the Japanese verb saburau, meaning "to serve". The character 侍 represents a person who waits upon or serves another, originally referring to attendants of nobility who evolved into an elite warrior class.
Origins & Timeline
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Early beginnings: Proto-samurai emerged during the late Heian period (794–1185), when powerful landowners (daimyō) relied on armed retainers to protect their estates.
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Rise to power: During the Kamakura period (1185–1333), the samurai became Japan’s ruling military class.
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Peak & codification: From the Muromachi (1336–1573) to the Edo period (1603–1868), they developed a refined warrior code—Bushidō ("Way of the Warrior").
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End of the samurai era: The Meiji Restoration (1868) abolished their privileges; the final armed samurai revolt was the Satsuma Rebellion (1877), led by Saigō Takamori, often called “the last samurai.”
Bushidō & Principles
Samurai were guided by Bushidō, a moral and ethical code stressing:
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Gi (Rectitude) – doing what is right
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Yu (Courage) – bravery in action and conviction
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Jin (Benevolence) – compassion toward others
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Rei (Respect) – courtesy and manners
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Makoto (Honesty/Sincerity) – truthfulness in word and deed
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Meiyo (Honor) – personal integrity above life
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Chūgi (Loyalty) – unwavering service to one’s lord
Famous Works on Samurai Culture
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Hagakure (葉隠) by Yamamoto Tsunetomo — philosophical reflections on samurai life, emphasizing readiness for death.
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The Book of Five Rings (Go Rin no Sho) by Miyamoto Musashi — strategy, swordsmanship, and mindset.
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Bushido: The Soul of Japan by Nitobe Inazō — Western introduction to samurai ethics.
Hagakure in particular teaches that “the way of the samurai is found in death”, urging warriors to live with constant awareness of mortality so they act decisively and honorably.
Training & Mindset
Samurai training went beyond martial skills—it was spiritual, mental, and artistic:
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Swordsmanship (Kenjutsu) and archery (Kyūdō)
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Horsemanship
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Calligraphy & poetry to refine the mind
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Meditation to remain calm in battle
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Death-conditioning rituals — some schools claimed to induce near-death states (e.g., stopping the heart or simulating execution) to strip away fear of dying, though historical evidence is limited.
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Seppuku (ritual suicide) — performed to preserve honor, atone for failure, or avoid capture. It involved cutting the abdomen with a short blade (tantō) while a second (the kaishakunin) delivered a swift decapitating strike to end suffering.
Armor & Symbolism
Samurai armor (ō-yoroi and later dō-maru) was both functional and symbolic:
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Kabuto (helmet) — often with crests (mon) symbolizing family/clan.
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Menpō (face mask) — to intimidate foes and protect the face.
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Sode (shoulder guards) — wide to deflect arrows.
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Kusazuri (skirt plates) — to protect legs while allowing movement.
How it was worn:
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Inner garments and padding
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Leg and arm guards
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Chest armor (dō)
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Shoulder guards (sode)
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Helmet (kabuto) with neck guard
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Mask (menpō) if used
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Weapons—katana, wakizashi, yumi (bow)
Samurai & Related Roles
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Ninja (Shinobi) — Covert agents often from lower social classes; some samurai performed ninja-like duties, but their roles were distinct (spying, sabotage vs. open combat).
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Rōnin — Masterless samurai, often mercenaries or wanderers after losing their lord.
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Onna-bugeisha — Female warriors of the samurai class, trained in weapons like the naginata for defense of home and family.
Popular Aspects of Samurai Culture
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Tea ceremony (Chanoyu) — discipline and mindfulness.
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Zen Buddhism — influenced samurai aesthetics and philosophy.
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Ikebana (flower arranging) — focus on beauty and impermanence.
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Haiku poetry — concise expression of moment and nature.
How to Be a Samurai (Modern Interpretation)
While feudal Japan’s samurai no longer exist, their mindset can be applied today:
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Adopt Bushidō principles in daily life.
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Train body and mind — balance physical skill with intellect.
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Serve with loyalty and integrity in your chosen field.
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Embrace discipline in actions and words.
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Face mortality — act decisively without fear of loss.
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Seek mastery — never stop refining your craft.
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RUACH (Breath. Spirit. Wind)
I first came to know the word RUACH when looking for "The Holy Spirit's" name. It makes sense that everything would have a proper name, especially if in the beginning is the word-- ONE WORD, and that one word is the name, and pure intention and vibration, the pure WAY and Pure BEING of the thing. So, I did some digging, and what came up was a Hebrew word, RUACH. More specifically, Ruach Hakodesh-- as the actual name.
Why know the name? People say "There's POWER IN THE NAME... of JESUS." meanwhile his name is Yeshua... so what power are you invoking by calling someone else's name? You know the tree by the fruit, and vice versa. People subscribe to the roman calendar without thinking about how it's re-writing their whole being: If SEPT=7 (September the 7th month) , OCTO=8 (October the 8th month), DECA=10 (December the 10th month... 11 January, 12, February, New Year-01 March), meanwhile JANUS is the ROMAN god of New Beginnings... then when you get down to numerology, if you're born on the Ides of October (October 15th) 2020, your numerology according to the ROMAN (Janus) calendar has you at 10-15-2020 = 11, a master number. Then you'd take on that energy and responsibility. MEANWHILE, your HONEST life path would be 8-15-2020 = 9 (8+1+5+2+0+2+0= 18... 1+8 to reduce it to a single digit unless a double digit like 11, 22, 33... has 1+8= 9), so you would be a 9 instead of an 11. That may be an easier path. Things would click better for you because that's the path you're actually on. It's would be like being born a chef, but ending up being a chemist. Yes, you're still experimenting, and mixing, putting things together, but its completely different, so while you can use your natural talents and abilities, they're not used for their true purpose, and though you may excel, it's more work and more challenge, less natural flow and not as productive as you would be if you were a chef.
Anyways, below is some information on RUACH... Yes, I have more to learn and uncover about it, but hopefully this will help you if you're on the same path, or just interested.
· Function/Job: Life-force. Divine breath. Animating spirit. Often represents the middle soul or emotional-mental self in Kabbalah. It is the wind that moves the waters, the breath that speaks the Word, the Spirit that animates matter and mediates between body and divine essence.
· Name Meaning: Hebrew: רוּחַ (Ruach) — meaning breath, wind, or spirit. Feminine noun in Hebrew, but also used with masculine or androgynous overtones in mysticism.
· Symbol or Logo: A gust of wind, a dove (as in the Holy Spirit), breath lines, swirling air, ethereal waves, or the Hebrew letters ר-ו-ח. Also symbolized by vapor, smoke, or shimmering light in mystical imagery.
· Culture: Ancient Hebrew, Kabbalistic Judaism, Christianity, early Gnostic traditions, Islamic mysticism (as Rūḥ), and also appears conceptually in Egyptian (Ka), Greek (Pneuma), Chinese (Qi), and Indian (Prāṇa) traditions.
· Religion: Judaism (especially Kabbalah), Christianity (especially through translation as “Holy Spirit”), Gnostic Christianity, Islam (as Rūḥ al-Qudus, Spirit of Holiness), and mystic/esoteric traditions including Hermeticism and Theosophy.
· Nemesis/Enemy: Stagnation. Lifelessness. Silence without Word. Form without spirit. Flesh without soul. In Kabbalah, imbalance between Nefesh (animal soul), Ruach (emotional/intellectual), and Neshamah (divine soul) leads to spiritual distortion.
· Day of the Week/Month: Tied to Shabbat (Sabbath) — the day of breath and rest; associated with Pentecost in Christianity (descent of the Holy Spirit); in astrology, linked with Mercury (word, wind, intellect).
· Also Known As: Spirit, Wind, Breath of God, Holy Spirit (Ruach HaKodesh), Divine Wind, Pneuma (Greek), Rūḥ (Arabic), Prāṇa (Sanskrit), Chi/Qi (Chinese), Ether/Aether in alchemical traditions.
· Related Figures: Elohim (who hovered over the waters as Ruach), Yeshua/Jesus (who breathed on disciples saying “receive the Holy Spirit”), Shekhinah (divine feminine presence), Metatron (archangel of divine transmission), Sophia (Gnostic wisdom/spirit).
· Company/Business Names: Ruach Music Ltd. (musical instruments with a spiritual edge), Ruach Breathwork Therapy, Ruach Ministries — often used in churches, healing centers, spiritual retreats, and breath-centered wellness programs.
· In The Media/Pop Culture: Referenced in mystic poetry, Christian worship songs, Jewish meditations, and theological literature. Found in Kabbalistic texts, Gnostic Gospels, Dead Sea Scrolls, and even New Age breathwork practices. Alluded to in esoteric fiction and occult writing, often as “living wind” or “whispering spirit.”
· Products: Ruach-themed incense, meditation guides, breathwork tools, Hebrew-letter jewelry, Kabbalah study books, spirit-themed essential oils, art and calligraphy of Ruach HaKodesh, and prayer shawls or ritual garments invoking breath and spirit.
“28 One of the scribes came near and heard them disputing with one another, and seeing that he answered them well he asked him, “Which commandment is the first of all?” 29 Jesus answered, “The first is, ‘Hear, O Israel: the Lord our God, the Lord is one; 30 you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’ 31 The second is this, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.” 32 Then the scribe said to him, “You are right, Teacher; you have truly said that ‘he is one, and besides him there is no other’; 33 and ‘to love him with all the heart and with all the understanding and with all the strength’ and ‘to love one’s neighbor as oneself’—this is much more important than all whole burnt offerings and sacrifices.” 34 When Jesus saw that he answered wisely, he said to him, “You are not far from the kingdom of God.” After that no one dared to ask him any question.” -- Mark 12:28 -34: Bible (NRSVUE) New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
“15 Do not love the world or the things in the world. The love of the Father is not in those who love the world, 16 for all that is in the world—the desire of the flesh, the desire of the eyes, the pride in riches—comes not from the Father but from the world. 17 And the world and its desire are passing away, but those who do the will of God abide forever.” -- 1 John 2:15-17: BIBLE (NRSVUE) New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
“14 And just as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, 15 that whoever believes in him may have eternal life. 16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.” -- John 3:14-16: BIBLE (NSRVUE) New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
“18 Now when Jesus saw great crowds around him, he gave orders to go over to the other side. 19 A scribe then approached and said, “Teacher, I will follow you wherever you go.” 20 And Jesus said to him, “Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay his head.” 21 Another of his disciples said to him, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.” 22 But Jesus said to him, “Follow me, and let the dead bury their own dead.” 23 And when he got into the boat, his disciples followed him. 24 A windstorm suddenly arose on the sea, so great that the boat was being swamped by the waves, but he was asleep. 25 And they went and woke him up, saying, “Lord, save us! We are perishing!” 26 And he said to them, “Why are you afraid, you of little faith?” Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and there was a dead calm. 27 They were amazed, saying, “What sort of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him?”” -- Matthew 8:18-27: Bible (NRSVUE) New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
"1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 The same was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. 4 In him was life; and the life was the light of men. 5 And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.” -- John 1: 1-5: BIBLE (KJV) King James Version
