He showed great consideration for the interests of the ImperialCourt. th you; and it isrecorded of Kenshin that when he heard of Shingen's death, he shedtears and exclaimed Nobunaga unquestionably had the gift of endearing himself to hisretainers, though there are records which show that he was subject tooutbursts of fierce anger. On the otherhand, this comprehensiveness ensured the success of the Tendai sect.
Among Yoshitsune's score of followers there were several whosubsequently earned undying fame, but one deserves special mentionhere. ent Houses) in recognitionof the fact that the regent in Kyoto was supposed to be taken fromthem in succession. Keenly anxious that a son shouldbe born of his union with Kenko, the daughter of Fujiwara Yorimichi,his Majesty bespoke the prayers of Raigo, lord-abbot of Onjo-ji. The late shogun (Yoritomo) brokethe power of the Heike; restored peace of mind to the Court; removedthe sufferings of the people, and rendered loyal service to thesovereign.
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