New eras don't come about because of swords, they're created by the people who wield them.
The dead don't desire revenge, but the happiness of the livng. To dirty your small hands would bring joy to no one. -Kenshin to Eiji
In this world of memories, there's no need for strangers. -Kenshin to Kaoru
You can always die. It's living that takes real courage." - Himura Kenshin
Anyone can die. It's living that requires courage.
Well, if you live long enough, you lose a lot. Just as long as you don't throw them away. Whatever you loose, you'll find again, but what you throw away you never get back. -Oibore (Enishi's dad) to Yahiko and Misao