Language

The Lexicon

The Lexicon preserves the language of the Lifestyle — its words, concepts and traditions. It records meaning; it never prescribes practice. Where usage varies between Houses or lineages, each is set down with equal respect.

Equipment

Hemp Rope

Rope made from hemp fibre, historically important and still widely used.

Definition

Hemp Rope is rope made from the bast fibre of the hemp plant. It is one of the traditional fibres of Japanese rope practice, often distinguished from jute by weight, feel, and the character of its friction.

Discussion

Choices between hemp and jute are matters of tradition, teaching and personal preference; each has adherents and each has recognised strengths.

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