Nothing is impossible in this world. Firm determination, it is said, can move heaven and earth. Things appear far beyond one's power, because one cannot set his heart on any arduous project due to want of strong will.

The Four Oaths: Never be late with respect to the way of the warrior; be useful to the lord; be respectful to your parents; get beyond love and grief: exist for the good of man.

Having only wisdom and talent is the lowest tier of usefulness.

A real man does not think of victory or defeat. He plunges recklessly towards an irrational death.

Light matters should be dealt with seriously. Serious matters should be dealt with lightly.

You cannot tell whether a person is good or bad by his vicissitudes in life. Good and bad fortune are matters of fate.

Human life is truly a short affair. It is better to live doing the things that you like.