Category Archives: Zen

Bushido: The Way of the Warrior

Posted on July 5, 2016 by Louis William Rose

The code of Bushido is the ethical code of conduct developed during Japan’s feudal period. This occurred at about the same time that the code of Chivalry was developed in Europe. The development of both systems was directly related to … Continue reading →

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Poem: The Lion & The Buck

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Louis William Rose

What really matters is the same for you as that which matters to the lion and the buck, the lioness and the doe. They lift their heads to God the same as you, you know. They hear his call, they … Continue reading →

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Credo

Posted on June 25, 1975 by Louis William Rose

 The virtues expressed here are those embraced by the Masters and Practitioners of the Chinese Goju fighting society of which I am Sho Dan. I was accorded this honor by Sensei Antony Baso, San Dan Renchi, University of Martial Arts … Continue reading →

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