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Do not act following customary beliefs.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Challenge traditional beliefs and think independently.
This quote by Miyamoto Musashi encourages individuals to question societal norms and not simply follow them due to tradition. It emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and personal conviction in forming one's beliefs and actions, advocating for a life led by personal understanding rather than blind adherence to custom.
Themes
BeliefsCustomsIndependencePhilosophyQuestioning
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about personal values in a seminar.
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