Do not think dishonestly... Distinguish between gain and loss in worldly matters. Develop intuitive judgement and understanding for everything. Perceive those things which cannot be seen. Pay attention even to trifles. Do nothing which is of no use.

Immature strategy is the cause of grief.

It is said the warrior's is the twofold Way of pen and sword, and he should have a taste for both Ways. Even if a man has no natural ability he can be a warrior by sticking assiduously to both divisions of the Way.

All things entail rising and falling timing. You must be able to discern this.

This is truth: When you sacrifice your life, you must make fullest use of your weaponry. It is false not to do so, and to die with a weapon as yet undrawn.

It is imperative to master the principles of the art of war and learn to be unmoved in mind even in the heat of the battle.

To become the enemy, see yourself as the enemy of the enemy