Author of quotes: Yamamoto Tsunetomo. Page 1

People, studying the past, interpretiruya it differently, and so much of it is unclear. On this occasion Mr. Sanenori said, "There are things that are clear immediately. There are things that can be understood. But there are things that are impossible to understand, no matter how we tried."
It's a very wise judgment.

Intelligence, humanity and courage to strive for something more sublime there is no need.

Lacking confidence, people will not learn anything.

It is unworthy to think that you are not able to achieve what was achieved by the great masters. As the master above all people, as we all do. This kind of reasoning, you're on your Way.

Remember - there is nothing outside of the moment.

The person who wants to become a samurai must be sure that there is nothing that he could do.

Be swift and come through the iron wall. Rapidly enter and to move quickly - that's the key to success.

If your enemy even a thousand people, but full of determination to crush every single one of them, you are against them, success will be on your side.

The warrior does not have the right to admit even minor mistakes. He must be especially careful in the choice of words and not to speak about fear, fear or pain, not only in friendly conversation, but in a dream. Always watch your speech.

If the difficulties and obstacles stand in your way, it is not enough to remain calm and keep calm. Boldly and joyfully press forward, overcoming one obstacle after another. Go for it, as the saying goes: "the more water, the higher the ship.

The fascination of material goods youth is regrettable. People with material interests alien to the sense of duty. Who have no sense of duty, no honor.

Mr. Naoshige among the many hanging scrolls one read: "To take important things easy." Master Ittei, seeing him, said, "To less important matters treat seriously."

Way of the Samurai is the realization of the uncertainty, because you don't know what would happen to you at any moment. Need day and night to ponder the suddenness of the situation and the unpredictability of the circumstances. Often, victory and defeat depends on the fleeting occasion. Under these conditions, to escape the shame it is easy - it is enough to die. But even if you know is doomed to failure, continue to aspire to the goal. For this no need of any wisdom or technique. A true samurai does not betray itself, arguments about the success or failure. He fearlessly rushes into death. By doing so, you awaken from sleep.

How would you say, formally or informally, always look into the eyes of the listener. A friendly greeting should be recited once at the beginning of the conversation, not repeat it. To speak, eyes downcast, not gently.