There is no dignity for either the sufferer or the torturer

You never know . . . that's what makes life interesting.

Anger is one of the most intimate of emotions and to expose it to strangers is one of the most stupid and sickening things to do. Never get angry with strangers because they are strangers.

Anger is something you should only vent in front of intimates, and friends and relations. Never be angry in front of strangers because you lose face.

Why is she afraid?" he asked. "She's not Anjin-san. Just a little nervous. Please excuse her. She's never seen a foreigner close to before." "Tell her when the moon's full, barbarians sprout horns and fire comes out of our mouths like dragons.

Only by living at the edge of death can you understand the indescribable joy of life - Shogun.

What can I do to help thee?" he asked. "Believe there is a tomorrow.