The first translation of this classic Japanese text - a companion to the best-selling Hagakure, revealing the wisdom of a samurai's Way of Life. The dawn of the 17th century saw peace descend on Japan. With the value of their martial skills on the decline, the samurai sought new spiritual, moral, psychological and physical moorings. Tsunetomo Yamamoto, author of the now-classic Hagakure, combined a Confucian sense of justice with a Zen-influenced abandonment of the ego to espouse loyalty and death as paramount qualities of the samurai's calling. Kaibara Ekiken, a samurai physician with philosophical and Buddhist leanings, took the opposite tact. He sought ways for a healthier, more rewarding life. In Yojokun: Life Lessons from a Samurai, Ekiken collected six decades of study and observation to compile one of the most remarkable commentaries of his age. He combined his knowledge of holistic health, the principles of ch'i (the material force that pervades all things) and jin ('human heartedness'), Buddhism, Confucianism and the art of living he addressed concerns that ran from mental and physical health to spiritual matters. Yojokun offers startlingly profound and fresh insights into many of the same problems that concern most of us today. William Scott Wilson notes Ekiken's relevance for the 21st Century: 'The Yojokun, then, is not just a vestige of quaint Orientalia, but rather a living guide to a traditional Way of life and balanced health. If we do not immediately understand some of its more exotic prescripts, it may be wiser not to dismiss them outright, but to approach the work as Ekiken himself might have: with humility, curiosity, respect and imagination.'
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Kaibara Ekiken (1630-1714) was a samurai physician and became known for his intellect and wide interests, which encompassed a myriad of subjects, including Confucianism, Buddhism, education, history, herbal remedies, spiritual issues and philosophy. William Scott Wilson is the well-known translator of many Japanese and Chinese classics. His latest translation from Kodansha Intl. is The 36 Secret Strategies of the Martial Arts.
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William Scott Wilson has in quick time produced yet another classic out of ancient Japanese writings. This title is as relevant today than when it was when written nearly 300 years ago.
In his own inimitable & captivating style, WSW has brought to us a work that is still very popular today on Japanese bookshelves. In stark contrast to the Hagakure this book promotes health, wealth, happiness & longevity of life.
The book is written in 414 small paragraphs & eight chapters & is very difficult to put down once started. Although at times repetitious, WSW's style makes the content very interesting.
Ekiken, the author - a samurai physician, covers many & varied aspects on how to live in order to be healthier & therefore live longer. Topics covered in detail are;- eating, drinking, smoking, sleeping, exercise, bathing & sex. Also covered are medical remedies & even raising children.
I think & I'm certain you'll agree, this is one of WSW's best translations & I look forward to many more.
William Scott Wilson has in quick time produced yet another classic out of ancient Japanese writings. This title is as relevant today than when it was when written nearly 300 years ago.
In his own inimitable & captivating style, WSW has brought to us a work that is still very popular today on Japanese bookshelves. In stark contrast to the Hagakure this book promotes health, wealth, happiness & longevity of life.
The book is written in 414 small paragraphs & eight chapters & is very difficult to put down once started. Although at times repetitious, WSW's style makes the content very interesting.
Ekiken, the author - a samurai physician, covers many & varied aspects on how to live in order to be healthier & therefore live longer. Topics covered in detail are;- eating, drinking, smoking, sleeping, exercise, bathing & sex. Also covered are medical remedies & even raising children.
I think & I'm certain you'll agree, this is one of WSW's best translations & I look forward to many more.
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modern medicine? nothing of it! More than that! Thats is a medicine here for your body, mind and soul. Sadly Western medicine do not even know about masterpieces like this one!!
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