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The Code: Molding Today's Men of Character

In a world where young men often receive conflicting messages about masculinity, The Code offers a transformative path to adulthood rooted in the ancient wisdom of the samurai. This comprehensive curriculum helps boys move confidently into manhood by teaching them that true self-mastery comes from both embracing one's power and accepting the responsibility that comes with it.

Drawing on the framework of bushidō, The Code guides students through seven essential virtues:

• Rectitude: Making right and just decisions in difficult situations.
• Loyalty: Developing devotion and faithfulness in relationships.
• Honor: Maintaining personal dignity and self-worth.
• Courage: Facing fear to do what is right.
• Honesty: Pursuing sincerity and truth in deeds and words.
• Politeness: Demonstrating genuine respect and empathy for others.
• Benevolence: Acting with a consistent desire to do good for the community.

The curriculum uniquely blends Western and Eastern traditions, pairing Socratic-style discourse to stimulate critical thinking with the ancient practice of shodō (Japanese calligraphy) to promote mindfulness and discipline. Students don't just learn about virtues; they engage with them through case studies, interactive activities, and a final community service project.

Designed by Director Janine Gerzanics, Ph.D., and Co-Creator John Edwards, M.A., these materials---including the Curriculum Guide and Closing Ceremony Handbook---provide everything to lead a successful course marking the start of a life of honor and success.

Culminating in a momentous ceremony, The Code is more than a set of rules; it's a strategy for living nobly in a complex world.

Book details

• Full title: The Code
• Subtitle: Molding Today's Men of Character with the Ancient Virtues of the Samurai
• Author: Janine Gerzanics, John Edwards
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 70
• EAN: 9781629673325
• ISBN: 1629673323
• ID: 51627252
• Publisher: The Junior Manners Company
• Weight: 249 g
• Dimensions: 280 × 216 × 5 mm
• Date of publishing: 01. April 2026

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