<Tab/><Tab/>It takes a lot of things to become a samurai. Honor, respect, discipline, and courage are some of the values needed. Also, you must go through many physical trails. <Tab/><Tab/>One of the most important aspects of being a samurai is respect. You must respect all of the people you meet, no matter their social rank. …showed first 75 words of 484 total…

…showed last 75 words of 484 total…your head. It is like a glorified suicide, because it allows you to keep your honor. <Tab/><Tab/>In conclusion, the samurai were probably the strongest warriors of ancient times. They trained vigorously, and lived with one purpose in life, to kill others. The samurai, being Zen Buddhists, did what they could in life, so that when they died, they would reach the final stage of enlightenment.