Tokugawa Ieyasu
Unified Japan, Tokugawa shogunate
Sayings by Tokugawa Ieyasu
A good general must be able to see the future.
The wise man adapts to change. The foolish man resists it.
Do not forget the time of hardship, even in times of prosperity.
Trust in yourself, but also in your men.
The greatest weapon is a clear mind.
A wise ruler seeks counsel from many, but makes his own decisions.
Do not let victory make you complacent.
The foundation of a nation is its people.
A man who cannot control himself cannot control others.
The true meaning of life is not to be found in pleasure, but in purpose.
Even a small fire can burn down a large forest.