9 Principles of Strategy from the Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi

This is an analysis of Musashi’s 9 Principles of Strategy outlined in the Ground Book (aka Book of Earth) in his greatest work “The Book of 5 Rings”. Since you guys seemed to enjoy the Dokkodo video I wanted to make something similar pertaining to Musashi’s works. I found these to be incredibly insightful and interesting, more geared towards war, in my opinion than Dokkodo. Again, I saw many similarities to Stoic philosophy and the teachings of Bruce Lee. The more I learn about him or delve deeper into who he was, I see Musashi as the ultimate Warrior Philosopher. I hope you guys enjoy and let me know any suggestions below.
Song: Gymnopedie no 1 - Erik Satie
Comic: Vagabond
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[@marcelomartinez7456]

“Never stray from the way” keep making these man they’re legit

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

I will! Next thing planned will be a video like this but about the Art of War.

[@bobbycastor7329]

I can’t wait to see that video. Great job!!!

[@bobbycastor7329]

The 48 Laws of Power is incredible as well. You should look up Alan Watts. He is my favorite

[@a1pha_star]

This is the way! 😂

[@thechildWITHOUTlove]

Before anyone can truly become...they have to decide "to be or not to be"?

[@RainforestEagle]

This is great. Please keep us enlightened and remind us to be virtuous.

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

Will do my friend!

[@Wifg123]

every time I listen to videos like this (marcus aurelius or musashi) I start crying just because I realize how many of the things I take for granted, and how much time I have spent on useless activities. instead of bettering myself.

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

It's never too late to make positive changes in our lives, the very fact that you are identifying a problem in your life is the first step on a long journey of self growth and personal development!

[@EbeJay1]

I think it's okay to feel big emotions around it, but at the end of the day - 'do not spend too much time mourning a loss'. It says that right in the video!

[@kurtb5512]

Love they way you explain each chapter in a more modern way of understanding each chapter of what he wrote. Best video yet on this book

[@sinisinsini]

Listening to this while training. Thanks for the work

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

It’s my pleasure to make the videos, I hope the training went well!

[@LaynoProd]

just got this book recently and its helping me improve my life personally and professionally as a music artist, producer and audio engineer, thank you for breaking down the 9 principles of strategy, with gratitude, LaynoProd

[@PreppingDad]

Excellent

[@techiedhruv8712]

We need more of this masterpiece ❤️

[@mahashivyoga]

Very well translated.

[@NeoSpacian1237]

I love these type of videos

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! Musashi’s wisdom is very helpful in a variety of different ways.

[@markinvictus9753]

This is truly wholesome and mesmerising. I've often struggled to understand the book of 5 rings. Your input is wholly enlightening. Please do inputs on the water and fire book explaining some of the techniques which may be applicable in modern martial arts and also the ever so abstract book of void. 🙏🙏🙏

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

I’ll definitely re-visit the book soon for a video! I’m glad you enjoyed it and that it helped you understand Musashi a bit better

[@founderofself]

I love these videos

[@serafimsvarovski]

thank you

[@coalyounger]

Believe it or not this is in my gym playlist thank you man

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

Hell yeah man, I hope it’s motivating!

[@watchyamouth5053]

That book seems awesome, listen when you can

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

It’s a great one! Very short and simple, yet insightful as well. I highly recommend it.

[@mannulohia6536]

Thank you bhai ( brother) you are pure

[@eniggma9353]

Lovely content

[@mireaaa]

7:21 this reminds me of a video I've seen of Mike Tyson, where he stares at his opponent and when they break eye contact or flinch, he is sure of his victory.

[@mireaaa]

I clipped a video to show what I mean: kzbin.infoUgkxuxIgdpRQuhS6sF_T8dNXlZkUapGfOWg1

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

Definitely, this concept can also be seen in The Art of War, winning a battle before it has begun. Tyson has mentioned The Art of War before on different podcasts so perhaps this is where he got this idea. The Book of Five Rings and The Art of War have so many similarities so it all kind of comes together.

[@aughhhhhhh1352]

Love the channel man, glad to have seen this

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

Thank you brother!

[@MentalGains]

Great vid 👍

[@the_dallasdollas]

Keep strategic advantages my fellow warriors. ☮️

[@autisticexpressiongenx]

Awesome

[@gam940]

Great story about the farmer

[@gam940]

I just got my copy of " The five rings" , can't wait to read it. Thanks!

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

[@fishingisliving.]

Men I hope Bruce lee use that time machine to quote on the book of 5 rings lol. Feudal era is far out from his time and country. Good quote about the Patrice

[@michaelscottpapercompany1234]

Great video, real quotes and no bs! 👺

[@not2bconfusedwithmaeo]

i learn more, i appreciate your efforts♥️

[@not2bconfusedwithmaeo]

love the manga as well, the reason i clicked 😂

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

Thank you for the feedback! I really enjoy making these

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

@@not2bconfusedwithmaeo Vagabond is great too!

[@studentaviator3756]

I had too listen too that final exert from Musashi a few times too take it in. There's a huge amount said there in few words. You could almost do a video breaking down that qoute.

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

You are absolutely right! A lot of my short analysis videos I have so far are topics I’d like to cover more in depth in the future! I’ll probably do another further analysis of the Book of 5 Rings at some point.

[@fatefulbrawl5838]

💪😇💖 *As a warrior, no road left but the one that leads to the end -* Reiner _Attack on Titan_

[@charmabutt]

I particularly like your voice a LOT

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

Haha thank you!

[@ethan.wroblewski]

🔥

[@CJ-xl3ki]

You’re amazing man :,)

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

Haha thank you but I’m just doing what I enjoy doing!

[@badrivishalpadhy432]

👍

[@ValenceFlux]

This book helped me survive the violence at my high school.

[@wilsonasaurusrex445]

its crazy how similar this is to modern western existential philosophers like sartre and descartes

[@danielszocs7537]

I am currently reading 7 Habbits of highly effective people, but as soon as I finish it The Book Of The Five Ring is next. I want to fully realize myself and be better person.

[@renzowill7167]

What's the song that's playing in the background?

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

Erik Satie - Gymnopedie No 1

[@rikpayeshi2000]

😈👌

[@ViperValorant101]

Background music name pls?

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

Gymnopedie No 1 - Erik Satie

[@Nonfungible7]

Im reading the manga rn

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

Vagabond is great!

[@thuymienphamnguyen7660]

Please give me the transcript of this video

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

I’ll put it together and shoot a reply here with the link when it’s ready!

[@thewarriorphilosopher]

medium.com/@thewarriorphilosophy/9-principles-of-strategy-from-the-book-of-five-rings-by-miyamoto-musashi-26419d02a1ce

[@woxel6131]

Not the Minecraft music 😭😭😭

[@philojory]

that’s gymnopédie no.1 the song your thinking of is wet hands 💀💀

[@RoyalDelux]

*quiet nod*

[@imthebesthaha6124]

The song is way too distracting fr

[@murrowboy]

I think people use rigid styles because they fear they can't come up with anything themselves. Sure there are a few stubborn who stick to tradition, but in my experience people tend not to adapt because they have nothing.

[@SickmanOfVietnam]

Nice video? Maybe. ❤

[@lukereilly9844]

Everything hes saying is Christianity.

[@ErGardenF12]

Ok so keep living for no reason got it