Do not look upon this world with fear and loathing. Bravely face whatever the gods offer - Morihei Ueshiba

If you have life in you, you have access to the secrets of the ages, for the truth of the universe resides in each and every human being

One should be prepared to receive ninety-nine percent of an enemy's attack and stare death right in the face in order to illumine the Path.

Bushido is not learning how to die. Bushido is learning how to live, how to protect and foster life. Even in war, the taking of human life is to be avoided as much as possible. It is always a sin to kill. Give your opponents every chance to make peace