Hagakure ("In the Shadow of Leaves"') is a manual for the samurai classes consisting of a series of short anecdotes and reflections that give both insight and instruction--in the philosophy and code of behavior that foster the true spirit of Bushido--the Way of the Warrior. It is not a book of philosophy as most would understand the word: it is a collection of thoughts and sayings recorded over a period of seven years, and as such covers a wide variety of subjects, often in no particular sequence. The work represents an attitude far removed from our modern pragmatism and materialism, and posesses an intuitive rather than rational appeal in its assertion that Bushido is a Way of Dying, and that only a samurai retainer prepared and willing to die at any moment can be totally true to his lord. While Hagakure was for many years a secret text known only to the warrior vassals of the Hizen fief to which the author belonged, it later came to be recognized as a classic exposition of samurai thought and came to influence many subsequent generations, including Yukio Mishima. (Text refers to a previous edition)
Tsunetomo Yamamoto Livres
La vie de Yamamoto Tsunetomo fut dédiée au service et, après le décès de son seigneur, à la retraite spirituelle. Il partagea ses profondes réflexions avec un autre samouraï, qui furent compilées dans l'œuvre influente Hagakure. Tsunetomo croyait que l'acceptation du concept de mort dans la pensée cultivait un état d'être supérieur, caractérisé par la beauté et la grâce, transcendant la simple autoprotection.






The Hagakure
- 182pages
- 7 heures de lecture
Hagakure ("In the Shadow of Leaves") is a manual for the samurai classes consisting of a series of short anecdotes and reflections that give both insight and instruction-in the philosophy and code of behavior that foster the true spirit of Bushido-the Way of the Warrior. It is not a book of philosophy as most would understand the word: it is a collection of thoughts and sayings recorded over a period of seven years, and as such covers a wide variety of subjects, often in no particular sequence. The work represents an attitude far removed from our modern pragmatism and materialism, and possesses an intuitive rather than rational appeal in its assertion that Bushido is a Way of Dying, and that only a samurai retainer prepared and willing to die at any moment can be totally true to his lord. While Hagakure was for many years a secret text known only to the warrior vassals of the Hizen fief to which the author belonged, it later came to be recognized as a classic exposition of samurai thought and came to influence many subsequent generations, including Yukio Mishima. This translation offers 300 selections that constitute the core texts of the 1,300 present in the original. Hagakure was featured prominently in the film Ghost Dog, by Jim Jarmusch.
Honor
Samurai Philosophy of Life - The Essential Samurai Collection; The Book of Five Rings, Hagakure: The Way of the Samurai, Bushido: The Soul of Japan.
- 218pages
- 8 heures de lecture
Exploring the profound principles of honor and life, this collection features three influential texts that delve into Samurai philosophy. It provides insights into the ethics, values, and mindset that shaped the Samurai way of living, emphasizing the importance of integrity, loyalty, and discipline. Readers are invited to reflect on these timeless teachings and their relevance in contemporary life, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in personal development and Eastern philosophy.
This treatise comprises the authentic relections of a 17th-century Samurai warrior on the character of martial life and death. It aims to be an invaluable guide to the disciplines of thought and practice required of the serious martial artist. Hagakure (In the Shadow of Leaves') is a manual for the samurai classes consisting of a series of short anecdotes and reflections that give both insight and instruction-in the philosophy and code of behavior that foster the true spirit of Bushido-the Way of the Warrior. It is not a book of philosophy as most would understand the word:'
Bushido : the way of the samurai
- 109pages
- 4 heures de lecture
Presents a translation of Tsunetomo Yamamoto's "Hagakure," which formed the basis of behavior, values, and etiquette for samurai warriors.
The Pocket Hagakure
- 256pages
- 9 heures de lecture
Hagakure. Moudrost samuraje z kraje Saga
- 103pages
- 4 heures de lecture
Hagakure (skrytý v listí) je text, který vznikl na začátku 18. století v Japonsku.Text nadiktoval samuraj Cunemoto Jamamoto jako reflexi budhistickeho mnicha, kterým se stal po smrti představeného klanu Nabešima. Myšlenkový základ pro filosofii Hagakure tvoří Cunetomovo studium názorů dvou učenců. Prvním byl zenbuddhistický kněz Tannen, člověk nezlomných zásad a vůle, jenž se vzdal funkce hlavního kněze ve významném chrámu rodu Nabešima na protest proti rozsudku smrti nad jedním knězem. Dalším člověkem, který měl v tomto i pozdějším období na Cunetoma zásadní vliv, byl konfuciánský učenec Ittei Išida, jenž v kraji Saga proslul svou upřímností a zásadovostí.
Das »Hagakure« ist einer der einflussreichsten japanischen Texte überhaupt. Vor über 300 Jahren diktierte Tsunetomo Yamamoto seinen Schülern diese Lektionen, um den Ehrenkodex und die Kultur der Samurai hochzuhalten. Auf seiner Überlieferung des »Bushido« beruht der Großteil unseres Verständnisses dieser alten Kriegerkultur. Diese Ausgabe enthält die ersten beiden Bücher vollständig und ausgewählte Auszüge aus dem dritten Buch. Zahlreiche Erläuterungen machen den Originaltext leicht zugänglich. Der essenzielle Begleiter für Kampfsport-Enthusiasten und jeden, der vom alten Japan fasziniert ist.
Hagakure, el camino del samurai
- 192pages
- 7 heures de lecture
Hagakure significa "a la sombra de las hojas" y es una obra literaria japonesa escrita por Yamamoto Tsunetomo en el siglo XVIII. Su intención era transmitir a las generaciones venideras las reglas del bushido, es decir, el código guerrero de los samuráis. Se trata de un breviario, un compendio de anécdotas y reflexiones de temática variada y sin un orden preestablecido, hecho con la intención de transmitir introspección y conocimiento filosófico al tiempo que promueve el espíritu del bushido. El texto solo iba dirigido a los guerreros y se mantuvo en secreto durante muchos años. Posteriormente llegó a convertirse en un clásico de la cultura japonesa. Con una esencia que se contrapone al materialismo imperante en nuestra sociedad, este texto ha alcanzado gran notoriedad en nuestros días y ha llegado a convertirse en libro de cabecera de personajes tan admirados como Fernando Alonso, que ha llegado a tatuarse un samurái en su espalda. "¿Yo, en una palabra?", respondía recientemente en una entrevista: "Guerrero. [El samurái] es una manera de recordarme quién soy, de dónde vengo y la fuerza que tengo que tener cada día."


