English

Etymology
From Ja. 武士�.

Noun
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1. An ethical code of the samurai that was prevalent in feudal Japan that advocated unquestioning loyalty to the master at all costs and obedience in all deeds, valuing honor above life.

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義 - Gi - Rectitude (Right Decisions)
� - Yu - Courage
� - Jin - Benevolence
礼 - Rei - Respect
誠 - Makoto - Honesty
�� - Meiyo - Honour
忠義 - Chugi - Loyalty
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See also
chivalry

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