{"product_id":"the-code-janine-gerzanics-9781629673325","title":"The Code: Molding Today's Men of Character with the Ancient Virtues of the Samurai","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThe Code: Molding Today's Men of Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing on the framework of bushidō, The Code guides students through seven essential virtues: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRectitude: \u003c\/strong\u003e Making right and just decisions in difficult situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoyalty: \u003c\/strong\u003e Developing devotion and faithfulness in relationships.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHonor: \u003c\/strong\u003e Maintaining personal dignity and self-worth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCourage: \u003c\/strong\u003e Facing fear to do what is right.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHonesty: \u003c\/strong\u003e Pursuing sincerity and truth in deeds and words.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoliteness: \u003c\/strong\u003e Demonstrating genuine respect and empathy for others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenevolence: \u003c\/strong\u003e Acting with a consistent desire to do good for the community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCulminating in a momentous ceremony, The Code is more than a set of rules; it's a strategy for living nobly in a complex world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Janine Gerzanics,John Edwards\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1629673323\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781629673325\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Junior Manners Company\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/01\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 70\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.55lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.18d","brand":"Janine Gerzanics","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":50846041735423,"sku":"9781629673325","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-code-janine-gerzanics-9781629673325","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}