Kato Kiyomasa Born : July 25, 1561 Died : August 2, 1611 Browse All Authors Top 5 quotes by Kato Kiyomasa Having been born into the house of a warrior, one's intentions should be to grasp the long and the short swords and to die. Kato Kiyomasa house war long One should put forth great effort in matters of learning. One should read books concerning military matters, and direct his attention exclusively to Kato Kiyomasa loyalty reading military It is said that the inferior seek to emulate the superior. Thus, if a general slackens only a little, those beneath him will be greatly negligent. Kato Kiyomasa said littles war If a man does not investigate into the matter of bushido daily, it will be difficult for him to die a brave and manly death. Kato Kiyomasa brave men war As for the decorum at the time of a campaign, one must be mindful that he is a samurai. A person who loves beautification where it is unnecessary is fit for punishment. Kato Kiyomasa punishment love-is war
