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December 26, 2012
What is Senjutsu or Sen-Jut-Su?
Hey everyone,
I have gotten a few people asking me the general same question of what is Sen-Jut-Su or Senjustu because it is listed in my biography in Zephyr The West Wind. First off, if you don't know, I love exploring not just the physical world, but also learning about the cultures of the world/past and experiencing them. I am really into Greco-Roman and Japanese history, and Senjutsu stems from the Japanese line. A few years ago, when I first began discovering about metaphysics, the latter study and my martial arts training connected. On a visit to a temple while on vacation, I had asked one of the "monks" what it was like living there, and if they did martial arts (more as a joke). With a very serious tone, he replied, "I am not a monk, I am a sage". Long story short, I learned of sages for the first time and that they were different from monks. Although like monks, there are many different views on "what a sage is and does" throughout human history, I came to follow the belief that a sage was one who "encompassed great wisdom, knowledge, and power for the utilization of being". Sages are not enlightened beings, but are those who work on the path to being one.
Thus the question of Senjutsu can be answered. Senjustu is japanese for both "Sage Arts and Sage Techniques". Just as "Martial Arts" is derived from latin meaning "Arts of Mars" (Mars being the god of War), Senjutsu can be referred to as Sage Arts respectively. Simply, to be a sage, one must conquer their inner metaphysical reality, obtain great wisdom and knowledge, and master their physical reality (martial arts = power) all of which are the parts that make of Sen-jut-su.
Simple version: Senjutsu means "Sage Arts"and is the term used to describe the system and tradition in becoming a Sage.
Side note: I have a friend that mentioned he saw Sages/Senjutsu used in the japanese anime Naruto, which I think is is hilarious and awesome, just like when martial arts is used in movies.
Hope you had a good holiday,
-RJ
I have gotten a few people asking me the general same question of what is Sen-Jut-Su or Senjustu because it is listed in my biography in Zephyr The West Wind. First off, if you don't know, I love exploring not just the physical world, but also learning about the cultures of the world/past and experiencing them. I am really into Greco-Roman and Japanese history, and Senjutsu stems from the Japanese line. A few years ago, when I first began discovering about metaphysics, the latter study and my martial arts training connected. On a visit to a temple while on vacation, I had asked one of the "monks" what it was like living there, and if they did martial arts (more as a joke). With a very serious tone, he replied, "I am not a monk, I am a sage". Long story short, I learned of sages for the first time and that they were different from monks. Although like monks, there are many different views on "what a sage is and does" throughout human history, I came to follow the belief that a sage was one who "encompassed great wisdom, knowledge, and power for the utilization of being". Sages are not enlightened beings, but are those who work on the path to being one.
Thus the question of Senjutsu can be answered. Senjustu is japanese for both "Sage Arts and Sage Techniques". Just as "Martial Arts" is derived from latin meaning "Arts of Mars" (Mars being the god of War), Senjutsu can be referred to as Sage Arts respectively. Simply, to be a sage, one must conquer their inner metaphysical reality, obtain great wisdom and knowledge, and master their physical reality (martial arts = power) all of which are the parts that make of Sen-jut-su.
Simple version: Senjutsu means "Sage Arts"and is the term used to describe the system and tradition in becoming a Sage.
Side note: I have a friend that mentioned he saw Sages/Senjutsu used in the japanese anime Naruto, which I think is is hilarious and awesome, just like when martial arts is used in movies.
Hope you had a good holiday,
-RJ
December 5, 2012
Chicago Update
Hello everyone,
Apparently I have gotten some inbox complaints on twitter asking me to post more updates on this blog. Haha well I'm gonna try to post more from now on.
Here goes the first update in a while..
I've been in Chicago for about six days now. I came to meet with my publicists (Yes, for Zephyr the West Wind) and I had a great first two days looking around the city (1st time). Then...I caught the flu and have been stuck here since. I'm travelling back to LA tmrw, and sadly haven't been up to working on Book 2 or anything else until today, but I'll keep ya posted with more soon.
Thanks for everything!
RJ
Apparently I have gotten some inbox complaints on twitter asking me to post more updates on this blog. Haha well I'm gonna try to post more from now on.
Here goes the first update in a while..
I've been in Chicago for about six days now. I came to meet with my publicists (Yes, for Zephyr the West Wind) and I had a great first two days looking around the city (1st time). Then...I caught the flu and have been stuck here since. I'm travelling back to LA tmrw, and sadly haven't been up to working on Book 2 or anything else until today, but I'll keep ya posted with more soon.
Thanks for everything!
RJ
November 17, 2012
Rizzo Runway: Barry Manilow on Broadway!
Barry on Broadway!No, he’s not the new Spiderman…
And no, he’s not going to be the new Phantom…
But, YES…he is coming to Broadway!
So…”start spreading the news….”
The St. James Theatre on Broadway is going to be Barry’s home in the New Year on:
Friday, January 18
Saturday, January 19
Tuesday, January 22
Wednesday, January 23
Thursday, January 24 (Opening Night)
Friday, January 25
Saturday, January 26
Tuesday, January 29
Wednesday, January 30
Thursday, January 31
Friday, February 1
Saturday, February 2
Tuesday, February 5
Wednesday, February 6
Thursday, February 7
Friday, February 8
Saturday, February 9
And…you can “be a part of it!”
Opening night is Thursday, January 24. Our team is working on some special events to coincide with this big evening! More details to come…
Fan club tickets for this intimate Broadway concert series are available NOW! You can get your tickets by calling 310.957.5788 or online at www.starz.bz/bmifc.
Front Row tickets are available at www.FrontRowManilow.com. And, all proceeds from the Front Row auctions go directly to the Manilow Music Project!
See you in “…New York, New York, New York!”
October 27, 2012
September 15, 2012
August 18, 2012
Zephyr the West Wind Final Edition Release! August 21
Hey everyone, I just wanted to announce the release of my next book, the Final (second) edition of my debut book Zephyr the West Wind, Book 1 of the Chaos chronicles. It's due for release August 21, 2012. The limited edition has been updated as "deluxe" and has only a certain amount in print, but is on sale for a discount before it returns to the deluxe price! Also make sure you enter into the golden ticket contest for a chance to win that Ferrari, california vacation or more!
For more information check it out:
Author website
Facebook Page
For more information check it out:
Author website
Facebook Page
August 3, 2012
July 27, 2012
Golden Ticket Contest - Win a CAR or VACATION!
Hey everyone, once again I gotta apologize for not posting anytime recently. But instead, you should check out and enter this contest in august for a chance to win a SuperCar, Vacation and/or more! The poster below has more information, but check it out at:Author SiteFacebook Page
Thanks
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-RJ
-RJ
