Kuji-Kiri (nine cuts or nine words )

This is a very common technique, which is used in different traditions in Japan.
The nine cuts create an energetic grid,

which can be adapted to almost any purpose. A downward cut separates good from bad and this is also used in Misogi ( Purification ). Imagine your right hands index and middle finger as a blade, keep them inside your left hand to to hold energy, until used. Then cut downwards


as shown. Four times downward, five times sideways as shown below.


If you cannot see the Kanji below, you need to view this page in Japanese-JIS or click here for a JPG
The nine words are: Rin, Pyo, Toh, Sha, Kai, Jin, Retsu, Zai, Zen.
In Japanese: 臨・兵・闘・者・皆・陣・裂・在・前
These words and cuts are also asscociated with handseals ( Mudras ). Also with a variety of deitys, listed below in Japanese. The spell can also be done on paper, charms or whereever needed. Or in your left palm.

Information about such pratices can be found in traditional japanese art, such as Noh or Kabuki plays. In a Kabuki play called Kanjincho, we find lots of info on shugendo practice. The story is based on an older Noh play. Here a guard interrogates a moutain monk. Exerpts:
( my comments )
The air we breathe in and out?
-Ar and Un, two characters.
What is the meaning of the nine sacred syllables?
-The nine syllables are ........( see above )
When you say them, stand upright and strike your teeth together thirtysix times. With the thump ( ? that seems strange ) trace four vertical anf five horizental lines . At the same time intone Kyu Kyu Nyo Ritsu Ryo, and all forms of evil will disappear like frost under boiling water and you become invincible against all enemies.
Source: Cavaye, Ronald-Kabuki A pocket guide Tuttle ^93

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