Publisher's Synopsis
Hagakure(葉隱) "Hidden Leaves" was originally written in Japanese by Yamamoto Tsunetomo, a Samurai in the early 1700s. It contains philosophies centered on loyalty, devotion, purity, selflessness, and living in the present moment with a strong, clear mind. Although the Hagakure was written centuries ago for Samurai warriors that no longer exist, the wisdoms within are still practical, even in our modern times. "There is surely nothing other than the single purpose of the present moment. A man's whole life is a succession of moment after moment. There will be nothing else to do, and nothing else to pursue. Live being true to the single purpose of the moment." "Matters of great concern should be treated lightly, and matters of small concern should be treated seriously."
