SEVEN PRINCIPLE OF SAMURAI
Gi: the right decision, taken with equanimity, the right attitude, the truth. When we must die, we must die. Rectitude.
Yu: bravery tinged with heroism.
Jin: universal love, benevolence toward mankind; compassion.
Rei: right action--a most essential quality, courtesy.
Makoto: utter sincerity; truthfulness.
Elyo: honor and glory.
Chugo: devotion, loyalty.
FIVE ELEMENTS OF SAMURAI
Pacification of the emotions;
Tranquil compliance with the inevitable;
Self-control in the face of any event;
A more intimate exploration of death than of life;
Pure poverty.
