Tomoyuki Yamashita

Military General Japanese 1885 – 1946

Japanese general; conquered Singapore; executed for alleged war crimes.

375 quotes

"To lead with integrity means accepting the consequences of your decisions."
Leadership
"A moment of doubt can plant seeds of future wisdom."
Wisdom
"The true strength of a commander is reflected in his mercy."
Leadership
"In every ending lies the possibility of a new beginning."
Change
"Discipline transforms intent into reality."
Work
"The greatest victory is one achieved without unnecessary loss."
Wisdom
"To protect others, you must first understand what threatens them."
Courage
"Words shape reality; choose them with the care of a craftsman."
Power
"A leader's doubt must never become his soldiers' uncertainty."
Leadership
"In the silence between commands lies the space for reflection."
Solitude
"The weight of history rests on the shoulders of those in power."
"To advance, you must sometimes retreat to a stronger position."
Wisdom
"Character is built in moments when no one is watching."
"A promise made under pressure is the truest test of honor."
Truth
"The cost of victory is often measured in what we lose, not gain."
War
"In the presence of truth, all pretense becomes transparent."
Truth
"A commander's greatest strength is admitting what he does not know."
Wisdom
"To serve is greater than to command."
Leadership
"The future is written by those willing to take action today."
Motivation
"In moments of fear, habit and training become your anchor."
Courage
"A legacy is not built in moments of triumph, but in times of trial."
Perseverance
"The art of command is knowing when to be rigid and when to bend."
Leadership
"To understand the enemy is to understand yourself."
Wisdom
"Responsibility weighs more heavily on the conscience than on the body."
"The sharpest mind is one continuously honed by reflection."
Wisdom
"In unity of purpose lies invincible strength."
Strength
"A decision made in haste often carries lifelong consequences."
Wisdom
"The measure of patience is not time endured, but purpose maintained."
Patience
"To inspire loyalty, you must first demonstrate loyalty."
Leadership
"In the darkest hour, principle becomes the only light."
Truth