All man are the same except for their belief in their own selves, regardless of what others may think of them

Respect Buddha and the gods without counting on their help

Do not let the body be dragged along by mind nor the mind be dragged along by the body

You must understand that there is more than one path to the top of the mountain

The Way of the warrior does not include other ways, such as Confucianism, Buddhism, certain traditions, artistic accomplishments, and dancing. But even though these are not part of the Way, if you know the Way broadly, you will see it in everything.

No Fear, No Hesitation, No Surprise, No Doubt

Aspire to be like Mt. Fuji, with such a broad and solid foundation that the strongest earthquake cannot move you, and so tall that the greatest enterprises of common men seem insignificant from your lofty perspective. With your mind as high as Mt Fuji you can see all things clearly. And you can see all the forces that shape events; not just the things happening near to you.