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Similarities or Differences of Samurai and Knights
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Were their similarities greater than their differences?
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No; while they had some similarities, they came from completely different cultures, and thus were completely different kinds of warriors.
Samurai and Knight training both began at a very young age. However, Japanese trainees could become Samurai at 14, while European children must become a squire first, and then can only be knighted at 21.
In Japanese social class, Samurai were valued above farmers, artisans, and merchants, but in European social class, Knights were only valued above artisans and peasants.
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Armor was absolutely necessary for both warriors; however, samurai armor was made of iron, and designed for archery, while knight armor was steel, and much heavier. Samurai armor also had more decoration then knight armor.
While both knights and samurai had a loyalty to the lords they served, in Japan it was hereditary; loyalty was passed down through generations. In Europe, loyalty was based on a feudal contract, and could be broken at any time.
Samurai and Knights both followed moral codes, Bushido and Chivalry. However, Samurai were required to always follow the Way, and punish those who went against Bushido. Knights were able to give mercy to those who asked for it.
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Samurai Vs. Knights
Samurai and Knights had very different views on death. Samurai believe death is a minor, temporary thing, because Zen Buddhism teaches that it is merely a transition into another life. Knights have a Christian view of death; we only live one life, all people sin during life, and we must ask forgiveness when we die.