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In all forms of strategy, it is necessary to maintain the combat stance in everyday life and to make your everyday stance your combat stance.

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Miyamoto Musashi
Died: 1645
Died: June 13
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Ronin
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Shinmen Takezō
Musashi Masana
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Takemura Musashi
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