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3.61 AVERAGE
3.61 AVERAGE
It's The Art of War by Sun Tzu but with samurai and it's just as interesting, but just as you can use The Art of War as a book to be used by regular people who doesn't engage in war or fights so can also this book be used and Miyamoto Musashi really knows what he is talking about when it comes to swords and body language in fighting. I would recommend everyone should pick this one up who has read The Art of War and likes samurai.
I received this book in exchange for an honest review.
Well I can say I did understood some concepts and all, however not all of them, if I have to be truly honest with myself it was a little hard for me to try and make sense of this book it was very cryptic.
Now I don't think it is a bad book, just that you need to have some good understanding of metaphors to really understand some things or that was my point of view.
I would recommend it for truly scholars.
Well I can say I did understood some concepts and all, however not all of them, if I have to be truly honest with myself it was a little hard for me to try and make sense of this book it was very cryptic.
Now I don't think it is a bad book, just that you need to have some good understanding of metaphors to really understand some things or that was my point of view.
I would recommend it for truly scholars.
I first read Miyamoto Musashi's The Book of Five Rings many years ago, while I was a Ph.D. candidate in California. I was intrigued by how his nine principles seemd to apply to life in general and leaders in particular, in addition to his intended audience of swordsmen. While it is not as in depth as Sun Tzu's The Art of War, he certainly added to my understanding.
His nine principles, from the translation I prefer, are as follows:
1. Do not think dishonestly
2. The Way is in training
3. Become acquainted with every art
4. Know the Ways of all professions
5. Distinguish between gain and loss in worldly matters
6. Develop intuitive judgment and understanding of everything
7. Perceive those things which cannot be seen
8. Pay attention even to trifles
9. Do nothing which is of no use
As a set of core principles, these are not a bad way to lead one's life.
His nine principles, from the translation I prefer, are as follows:
1. Do not think dishonestly
2. The Way is in training
3. Become acquainted with every art
4. Know the Ways of all professions
5. Distinguish between gain and loss in worldly matters
6. Develop intuitive judgment and understanding of everything
7. Perceive those things which cannot be seen
8. Pay attention even to trifles
9. Do nothing which is of no use
As a set of core principles, these are not a bad way to lead one's life.
informative
slow-paced
I have different expectation when l looked at the cover book. There was a modern-day white collar person mimicking ancient Japanese samurai pose. So, I have expectation there was some modern interpretation in business management based on Miyamoto Musashi's teachings.
Then I found the book's content was basically translations of ancient text, without much interpretations into modern management style. That's why I rated it only 3 star. The philosophy value itself beyond my own judgment.
Then I found the book's content was basically translations of ancient text, without much interpretations into modern management style. That's why I rated it only 3 star. The philosophy value itself beyond my own judgment.
"Without the correct principle the fight cannot be won."
The book is a series of short form instructions built around the concept of handling either the longsword and the companion sword, not cutting deeply or aggressively but cutting to kill an enemy.
Each segment tells a scenario in which observation and understanding followed by precise and intention action is key to not only overcoming an enemy or opposition but that only trough disipline and struggle can one master these listed techniques and habits.
The collection of tactics in this book are divided into 4 core principles: Ground (strategy), Water (spirit), Fire (observation) and finally Wind (other practices of the sword).
An interesting read, easy to interpret and apply to some aspects if how we see and enter situations of conflict. It has a very strict and precise tone to the content and has a very calm and intentional pace.
The book is a series of short form instructions built around the concept of handling either the longsword and the companion sword, not cutting deeply or aggressively but cutting to kill an enemy.
Each segment tells a scenario in which observation and understanding followed by precise and intention action is key to not only overcoming an enemy or opposition but that only trough disipline and struggle can one master these listed techniques and habits.
The collection of tactics in this book are divided into 4 core principles: Ground (strategy), Water (spirit), Fire (observation) and finally Wind (other practices of the sword).
An interesting read, easy to interpret and apply to some aspects if how we see and enter situations of conflict. It has a very strict and precise tone to the content and has a very calm and intentional pace.
The Book of Five Rings is a similar undertaking to the Art of War. Both can be viewed as a text based upon the studies of combat and strategies of war. In another light the books can be deeply philosophical on how to leave one's life, prepare for the inevitable conflicts of it, and prepare strategies of ever-changing nature.
The ancient teachings of Miyamoto Musashi I found can be applied to my life and in the business world. It provides guidance on how to deal with competition in the 'allegory' of sword combat through the training found in Kendo.
The audio or book are both a short listen/read. I recommend the version translated by Kenji Tokitsu because he doesn't not translate directly word for word in some parts. He phrases these points of text with an understanding of the meaning. Then will go back through word for word to extrapolate the intended meaning. He informs the reader of where he takes care to provide this context.
I will be picking up the physical copy of this book for future rereads.
The ancient teachings of Miyamoto Musashi I found can be applied to my life and in the business world. It provides guidance on how to deal with competition in the 'allegory' of sword combat through the training found in Kendo.
The audio or book are both a short listen/read. I recommend the version translated by Kenji Tokitsu because he doesn't not translate directly word for word in some parts. He phrases these points of text with an understanding of the meaning. Then will go back through word for word to extrapolate the intended meaning. He informs the reader of where he takes care to provide this context.
I will be picking up the physical copy of this book for future rereads.
challenging
informative
reflective
fast-paced
This book describes the individual’s role to obtain mastery. As the era of the book is encompassed in a warrior culture, the epitome of any individual is to obtain warrior skills as they will help in every endeavor. The martial way is to excel in everything. Most of the book is about proper sword techniques but there are many general lessons. When facing opponents, it is generally recommended that actions are preemptive and are not expected by the opponents. Putting the opponents on the defensive and making sure their actions are useless while making sure to take advantage of all their weaknesses. Missing openings created by vulnerabilities will increase the chance of counterattack. Preventing opponent’s recovery is essential.
Knowledge of the opponents is necessary in the art of war. If there is no information of the opponent, making a pretend powerful attack is a tactic used to obtains information. That information should be adapted to the strategy. Actions should be diverse and nonrepetitive. Manipulating opponent’s attention so as to confuse their ideas about the potential future actions is a way of obtaining advantageous information. Appearances can alter opponent’s mood which can be taken advantage of. Defeat does not mean that any side has gained victory. To win, defeat must be felt with no ambition for retaliate.
The books keep pressing the superiority of a particular method over others. In some parts, the same method can be used to defeat many opponents at the same time. The issue with this logic is that if the method is best and starts to be used by others due to its superiority, that means that the opponents possess the same knowledge and skill which would negate many of the advantageous ideas. The book is fairly easy to read but should be considered in context of the culture.
Knowledge of the opponents is necessary in the art of war. If there is no information of the opponent, making a pretend powerful attack is a tactic used to obtains information. That information should be adapted to the strategy. Actions should be diverse and nonrepetitive. Manipulating opponent’s attention so as to confuse their ideas about the potential future actions is a way of obtaining advantageous information. Appearances can alter opponent’s mood which can be taken advantage of. Defeat does not mean that any side has gained victory. To win, defeat must be felt with no ambition for retaliate.
The books keep pressing the superiority of a particular method over others. In some parts, the same method can be used to defeat many opponents at the same time. The issue with this logic is that if the method is best and starts to be used by others due to its superiority, that means that the opponents possess the same knowledge and skill which would negate many of the advantageous ideas. The book is fairly easy to read but should be considered in context of the culture.
reflective
medium-paced