Miyamaoto Mushashi's - The Book of Five Rings - Samurai

As interpreted by George W. Alexander, Ph.D.

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You will learn Musashi's strategies:

- Ground / mastering strategy

- Water / spirit of the Samurai

- Fire / fighting techniques

- Wind / Schools of the sword

- Void / Warrior philosophy

Miyamoto Musashi, Japan's greatest samurai swordsman, as interpreted by noted martial arts authority and historian George W. Alexander, Ph.D.

Musashi, who lived during the 16th and 17th centuries in medieval Japan fought 60 duels during his lifetime but was never defeated.

Two years before his death he retired to a cave in Kyusho, Japan and wrote his classic text, "A Book of Five Rings".

In this Book he explains his "way of strategy".

The Book was intended as a guide to strategy for the swordsman but it has become a source of enlightenment for the philosopher and the modern businessman.

Musashi tells us "Strategy is the craft of the warrior".

Dr. Alexander has taken this classic text and interpreted it for everyday life in our modern era.

He gives practival examples of Musashi's philosophy as applicable to personal relationships and the world of business.

Additionally, this video takes this classic text on strategy and applies it to modern martial arts and self defense.

In this video you will learn why this classic text has stood the test of time and is considered one of the world's leading books on military strategy.

Get the companion video and the other great book on strategy Sun Tzu's, "The Art of War".

The Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi is a timeless classic on strategy and philosophy. Written in 1645, it reflects Musashi’s life as a master swordsman and undefeated duelist.

The book is divided into five parts: Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, and Emptiness, each symbolizing a different aspect of combat and thought. Musashi emphasizes discipline, timing, and clarity of perception as keys to victory.

His teachings go beyond swordsmanship and can be applied to leadership, business, and personal growth. He stresses adaptability, comparing strategy to water that takes the shape of its container.

Unlike other schools, Musashi rejects unnecessary ornamentation, focusing instead on practicality and simplicity.

Ultimately, the book is a guide not only to martial skill, but to mastering one’s mind and approach to life.