Miyamoto Musashi
Japanese samurai and philosopher who authored The Book of Five Rings on strategy and martial arts. Musashi's undefeated record in duels and development of two-sword technique made him legendary. His later life as hermit, painter, and sculptor demonstrated martial arts as spiritual path. Musashi's philosophy of self-reliance, awareness, and emptiness influenced martial arts and business strategy.
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