“The primary thing when you take a sword in your hands is your intention to cut the enemy, whatever the means.”

Do not seek to possess either goods or fiefs for your old age.

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

Do not think dishonestly.

Never stray from the Way.

Never be jealous.

Do nothing that is of no use.

Do not, under any circumstances, depend on a partial feeling.

Think lightly of yourself and deeply of the world.