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

The basic meaning of etiquette is to be quick at both the beginning and end and tranquil in the middle.

By bringing shame to a person, how could one expect to make him a better man?

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

When delivering something like an important letter or other written materials, grasp it firmly in your hand as you go and do not release it once, but hand it over directly to the recipient.

There is surely nothing other than the single purpose of the present moment. A man's whole life is a succession of moment after moment. There will be nothing else to do, and nothing else to pursue. Live being true to the single purpose of the moment.

A warrior should not say something fainthearted, even casually. He should set his mind to this beforehand. Even in trifling matters the depths of one's heart can be seen.