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Émile Durkheim

Sagara Sanosuke

Sagara Sanosuke (相楽 左之助, born Higashidani Sanosuke) is one of the main characters in the Rurouni Kenshin series. Known for his immense strength and street-fighting skills, Sanosuke was once part of the fallen Sekihōtai and harbored a deep resentment for the government that betrayed his comrades. Over time, he becomes one of Himura Kenshin’s closest allies, joining him in his battles and adventures.

Émile Durkheim
Born
David Émile Durkheim

(1858-04-15)15 April 1858

Épinal, France
Died 15 November 1917(1917-11-15)(aged 59)

Paris,France
Nationality French
Alma mater École Normale Supérieure
Known for Sacred–profane dichotomy
Collective consciousness
Social fact
Social integration
Anomie
Collective effervescence
Scientific career
Fields Philosophy, sociology, education, anthropology, religious studies
Institutions University of Paris, University of Bordeaux
Influences Immanuel Kant, René Descartes,Plato, Herbert Spencer,Aristotle, Montesquieu, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Auguste Comte. William James, John Dewey, Fustel de Coulanges, Jean-Marie Guyau, Charles Bernard Renouvier, John Stuart Mill
Influenced Marcel Mauss,Claude Lévi-Strauss, Talcott Parsons, Maurice Halbwachs, Jonathan Haidt, Lucien Lévy-Bruhl,Bronisław Malinowski, Fernand Braudel, Pierre Bourdieu, Charles Taylor, Henri Bergson, Emmanuel Levinas, Steven Lukes, Alfred Radcliffe-Brown, E. E. Evans-Pritchard, Mary Douglas, Paul Fauconnet, Robert N. Bellah, Ziya Gökalp, David Bloor, Randall Collins, Neil Smelser[1]

Appearance

Sanosuke is tall and muscular with a distinctive spiky hairstyle. He typically wears a white headband and a sleeveless red gi, giving him a rough, rebellious look. His large “Aku” kanji on the back of his gi symbolizes his disdain for authority and injustice.

A collection of Durkheim's courses on the origins of socialism (1896), edited and published by his nephew, Marcel Mauss, in 1928

Exhausted yet unyielding, Sagara Sanosuke stands victorious, his bloodied visage a testament to the fierce struggle and unwavering spirit of a warrior who refuses to back down.

Personality

Sanosuke is hot-headed, brash, and always ready for a fight, especially when it comes to protecting his friends or standing up for what’s right. While he often acts impulsively, his strong sense of loyalty and justice make him a valuable ally. Despite his tough exterior, he has a soft spot for his friends and cares deeply for their well-being.

Powers and Abilities

Cover of the French edition of The Division of Labour in Society

Sagara Sanosuke, the formidable fighter, exudes strength and resilience, standing tall and ready for any challenge that comes his way, embodying the true spirit of a warrior.

Sanosuke is incredibly strong, known for his hand-to-hand combat skills and wielding a massive zanbatō (large sword) early in the series. Even after abandoning the sword, he continues to rely on his raw physical strength, often using his fists in battle. His fighting style, combined with his resilience, makes him a formidable warrior, even against powerful enemies.

Relationships

  • Himura Kenshin: Sanosuke’s closest friend and the person who helps him abandon his grudge against the government. Together, they face many challenges, and Sano becomes Kenshin’s dependable right-hand man in battle.
  • Kaoru Kamiya: While Sanosuke doesn’t have the same deep bond with Kaoru as he does with Kenshin, he respects her as part of their tight-knit group.
  • Yahiko Myōjin: Sanosuke sees Yahiko as a younger brother figure, often offering him tough-love guidance and encouragement.
  • Sagara Sōzō: The leader of the Sekihōtai and the person Sano admired most, his death deeply affected Sanosuke and fueled his hatred for the government.

Trivia

  • Sanosuke’s alias “Zanza” comes from the large zanbatō sword he used to carry.
  • His signature “Futae no Kiwami” punch is one of the strongest techniques in the series, able to break through solid objects with ease.
  • Despite his tough appearance, Sanosuke has a big appetite and often jokes about food.