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Why did Romans choose to fall on their swords, while Samurai practiced the ritual of seppuku? Two cultures, two vastly different traditions, yet both rooted in the concept of honor and dignity.

Romans: For Roman generals and politicians, falling on one’s sword was a swift and practical act to avoid humiliation, torture, or dishonor. Figures like Brutus, after losing at Philippi, chose this path to preserve their dignitas and family honor.

Samurai: In contrast, Japanese seppuku was a highly ritualized act, involving ceremonial preparation, sometimes poetry, and a second to end the suffering. It was tied to the Bushidō code, emphasizing loyalty, spiritual purity, and courage—even in death.

Key Differences:
• Romans: Quick, pragmatic, political.
• Samurai: Ceremonial, symbolic, spiritual.
• Both: A refusal to die dishonorably.






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