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Wonderful quotes and sayings

A collection of quotes from people of the past: messages from famous military commanders and great figures of the world.

Famous Japanese military commanders and world-renowned great figures have left behind many memorable quotes over the course of long history.

In this article, we’ll introduce quotes from such figures of the past!

Among the sayings they left us are words that inspire people living today, expressions that convey stern strength, and insights that can serve as hints when taking action—each filled with various sentiments.

When you’re unsure about something in life or facing a moment that makes you feel like giving up, please take a look at the quotes we introduce.

Collection of quotes from people of the past. Messages from famous military commanders and world-renowned great figures (41–50)

Do not wield a fan in summer, do not stretch a cover against the rain, and do not be the same as the crowd.Zhuge Kongming

In summer do not wield a fan; against the rain do not stretch a cover; and do not be the same as the crowd. — Zhuge Kongming

Even if you’re not a history buff, you’ve probably heard the name at least once: Zhuge Kongming, the famous Chinese statesman and genius strategist.

These are said to be his guiding principles as a military adviser.

The point is that one must not cool oneself alone just because it’s hot, nor use an umbrella alone just because it’s raining.

No matter how high one’s position, one should live the same way as one’s subordinates.

It may have been this attitude and consideration that earned him renown as a strategist.

What Japan gained after losing everything was hope… It planted the seeds of hope within us, who had been captivated by wealth.Ryu Murakami

What Japan gained after losing everything was hope... It planted the seeds of hope within us, who had been captivated by wealth. — Ryu Murakami

I would like to share a famous quote by Ryū Murakami: “What Japan, having lost everything, gained was hope… It planted the seeds of hope within us, whose hearts had been captivated by wealth.” The Great East Japan Earthquake caused immense damage.

Many people must have spent their days in deep anxiety.

Yet it is precisely in such times that we must not forget “hope.” As the writer Ryū Murakami says, what we gain when everything is lost in a disaster is hope—the hope to live earnestly now and to dream of a brighter future.

In a Japan where everything is close at hand and life has become affluent, perhaps many of us have lost hope in exchange.

This also resonates with the story of Pandora’s box, in which hope remained at the end.

In conclusion

We’ve introduced various famous sayings left by people of the past—what did you think? The problems we face today are likely quite different from those of long ago.

Even so, I believe many of the quotes we shared can offer you hints for living.

From time to time, try taking inspiration from the heartfelt thoughts of our predecessors.