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The 7 Virtues of Bushido

Gi
Moral Rectitude- Do what is right because it is right. Do no wrong.

Yu勇
Courage and Valor- Face your fears with pride and dignity. Do not be attached to this life.

Jin 仁
Compassion and Benevolence- Always be kind and compassionate towards everything living.

Rei 礼
Respect and Gratitude- Hold in esteem everyone and everything.

Makoto 真
Truthfulness and Sincerity- Everything you say must be considered and guarded.

Meiyo誉
Honor and Glory- Conduct yourself in a way as to attract honor and glory to yourself.

Chugi 忠
Loyalty and Faithfulness- Stay faithful and true to your lord and his cause.

Sometimes added

Ko 孝
Filial Piety

Chi 知
Intellect and Wisdom- Study constantly so that you may build up character and wisdom.


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