THE MAXIMS OF THE SAMURAJ

 

These are historical Samurai maxims, any one of these could be enough to cost a Samurai a contest or his life. They also apply to all martial arts as well as Karate.

Futanren

Kikioji

Futanren
Inadequate training.
Mikuzure
Being afraid because the enemy looks very fierce and strong.
Kikioji
Being afraid, before fighting because of your enemy's reputation.