Your favorite lesson by Kishi, the philosopher!

[Escorpiius]

Well, there are many wonderful quotes in Naruto and some of them really have some great philosophy in it.

"All you do need, is the guts to never give up."

Jiraiya first wrote this for His Tale of Gutsy Ninja book and Minato says that the character from the book has all the characteristics of Jiraiya, characteristics which will later be attributed to Naruto. This is one of the most emphasized line from Kishi in the whole manga. It can be a good principle in life signifying mostly that to never surrender and fight back, and you'll succeed one day. Falling into despair is futile. It's a direct message against suicide also.

"I never go back on my word!"

This is Naruto's nindo. Kishi put some emphasis on it during Neji-Naruto fight but it later became an important factor in the series when Sakura asked Naruto to bring back Sasuke. Apart on Naruto, Gaara and Hinata also seemed to have adapted part of this principle. Well, I won't elaborate much on this one as it's pretty clear what it means. Respecting your word! It is a message against against many things notably betrayal and other stuffs.

"I believe in the Will of Fire."

The 'Will of Fire' states that every true Konoha shinobi must love, believe, cherish and fight for the village's sake, as many previous generations had done before them. It retains a great flavor of love and patriotism.

"The next generation will always surpass the previous one."

This recurrant fact is repeated throughout the story. I won't elaborate much on this one too since you all get my point.

"In the ninja world, those who break the rules are scum, that's true, but those who abandon their comrades are worse than scum."

This phrase is enriching in all aspects as it really shows that how faithfullness and loyalty is important in life. Kishi clearly gives an anti-betrayal message towards this; in a world where it's being more common.

"The moment people come to know love, they run the risk of carrying hate."

This one shows how people are no more loyal and co-existing with each other. Kishi hints to many things with this - mostly on marriage, divorce and greed.

"Wherever someone thinks of you, that's where home is."

Emphasized a lot in the Third Tails Filler Arc, the message form Jiraiya to Naruto leaves a powerful message that love prevails. If you truly love someone, it means that that person will always come back to you.

"I have long since closed my eyes... My only goal is in the darkness."

This quote of Sasuke to Gaara states that being in the darkness amplifies his power. Just like murderers and all kind of criminals who seek dark and bloody methods, Kishi perhaps wants to show us how their fate could unfortunately turn out if they don't make amends...

"People who continue to put their lives on the line to defend their faith become heroes and will continue to exist on in legends!"

This one shows in the manga how believing in yourself and your self-improvement will lead you to victory against a person who no more has objectives and faith in life. Kishi directs a message to keep working, improving and strive for your motives to gain success. Stop surrending yourself to depression...

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Well, throughout Naruto, Kishi tried to pass on many messages to people unlike some manga writers who just seek for blood and gore in their story. In fact, it will not be wrong to say that the story revolves mostly around those beliefs.

I'd like to excuse myself if I wrongly described some (please, tell me if I need to correct something) and I also added an "Other" option in the poll if I did miss some important ones.

 

[DarkPhoenix]

I like Jiraiya's message.
it is especially relevant now when there is so much chaos in this world.
with so many troubles happening, i know some people are already feeling despair.
Nice post my friend.

 

[Escorpiius]

I like Jiraiya's message.
it is especially relevant now when there is so much chaos in this world.
with so many troubles happening, i know some people are already feeling despair.
Nice post my friend.

I agree it's the same for me also.
Thanks xd

 

[psukkar]

Kakashi
"The next generation will always surpass the previous one."

I hate this phrase, this is easily one the most misunderstood line naruto. Don't take it too serious plz people.

As for my favorite line, is probably this one by the so6p

(As quoted by Jiraiya) "I am the one who will establish peace and order."

 

[Migualon J.J.]

Madara
"The moment people come to know love, they run the risk of carrying hate."

this one is awesome, it is really good and it is true in the real life too. obito´s is good too

 

[Darijan]

Narutos quote

 

[Train]

I like Naruto's lesson, but not the quote itself. The lesson was expressed better in his actions, and other words that he's said...I think anyway.... >___>
Otherwise, If I were to choose a quote, I'd go for Obito's, it was well said, and was powerful...It changed Kakashi...

 

[-Shanks-]

These are some nice quotes

 

[KSM]

Itachi best quotes...Btw i like them all they nor in order from best to less

1."My capacity...I've lost all hope for this pathetic clan...the clan...the clan...all of you without measuring your own capacities had no idea of mine and now u lie here defeated"

2. "You and I are flesh and blood. I'm always going to be there for you, even if it's only as an obstacle for you to overcome. Even if you do hate me. That's what big brothers are for."

3."I've had enough, there's no hope left for this pathetic clan."
"The people of this clan are all the same. You focus on the trivial, and lose sight of what's most important. Change is impossible, in this fog of ignorance. How can we evolve when regulation is all we know?"

4. "Foolish little brother, if you wish to kill me, hate me, detest me. And yet survive in an unsightly way. Run, run and cling to life, and when you have the same eyes as mine, come to me."

5. "Those who turn their hands against their comrades are sure to die a terrible death."

6. "People live their lives bound by what they accept as correct and true. That's how they define "reality". But what does it mean to be "correct" or "true"? Merely vague concepts ... their "reality" may all be a mirage. Can we consider them to simply be living in their own world, shaped by their beliefs?"

7. "Don't cry, Sasuke. Your big brother is here to protect you, no matter what happens."

 

[gleaming in drabness]

i like the ones of sasuke and mifune.

the ones of jiraya,naruto and shikamaru of "the guts, never go back on my word and will of fire" were just used way too often in my opinion. but i will never forget the look on sasukes face when he said "I have long since closed my eyes... My only goal is in the darkness."

 

[Ariow]

My favorite quote comes from Haku and I truly believe it with all my heart. "When someone has someone precious to protect, that is when they become truly strong."

 

[Steps]

I liked Kankuro's art lesson other than that I really like Asuma's lesson on who is king

 

[Hipster Madara]

i liked madara's

 

[hollwichi]

great thread! i think i like Obitos message. it carries so much weight in real, personal life.

 

[~Hebi Terumi~]

Well I dunno the exact words but I like it when Sakura says

"Next time, when you go to get Sasuke I'm coming too"

It shows that she knows that she was a burden to everyone and that she is going to make an effort to train her best. And then she came back much stronger so I really like that quote.

 

[Nikkou Arashi]

I could not agree more, KC. Kishi's work on Naruto does seem to be more inclined to getting lessons in life rather than bloody battles. This is in fact the very thing that makes Naruto exceptionally unique.

Naruto's "I never go back on my word" wields a lot of things other than determination.

Madara's quote though is something I think I've missed. "The moment people come to know love, they run the risk of carrying hate." So, this one caught my attention most as of this very moment.

There was something about love and hate that I forgot. I think its the thought of hate not being the opposite of love. I remember clearly though that a person would never really know of hate if he haven't felt love. Thus, Madara's words.

 

[Regilio]

Nagato:

"We are but men, drawn to act in the name of revenge we deem to be justice. But when we call our vengeance justice, it only breeds more revenge... forging the first link in the chains of hatred."

"We're both of the same breed, after all ... motives for war are of no concern. Religion, ideology, resources, land, grudges, love, or just because... No matter how pathetic the reason, it's enough to start a war."

Itachi:

"People live their lives bound by what they accept as correct and true. That's how they define "reality". But what does it mean to be "correct" or "true"? Merely vague concepts ... their "reality" may all be a mirage. Can we consider them to simply be living in their own world, shaped by their beliefs?"

"We are humans, not fish. We don't know what kind of people we truly are until the moment before our deaths. As death comes to embrace you, you will realize what you are. That's what death is, don't you think?"

Gaara:

"Up until now, my bonds with others have only been ones of hatred and murder. But, seeing him fight so hard made me wonder what a bond really is. I think I understand a little now. Suffering, sadness... and joy. To be able to share it with another person. Naruto Uzumaki... when I fought him, I feel that is what he taught me"

"I am a relic they want to get rid of, so why do I exist and live? In order to exist you need a purpose, to exist for no reason is the same as being dead... I would love only myself and fight for only myself. If all other people exist to magnify that love, then there is no more a splendid universe than this one..."

Kakashi:

"The next generation will always surpass the previous one. It's one of the never-ending cycles in life."

Naruto:

"I don't care who I have to fight... If he rips my arms off, I'll kick him to death. If he rips my legs off, I'll bite him to death. If he rips my head off, I'll stare him to death. And if he gouges my eyes, I'll curse him to death... Even if I'm torn to shreds... I will find a way to take Sasuke back!"

Jiraiya:

"When people get hurt, they learn to hate... when people hurt others, they become hated and racked with guilt. But knowing that pain allows people to be kind. Pain allows people to grow... and how you grow is up to you."

"You're wrong, that's not what makes a shinobi. You never did get it, a real ninja is one who endures no matter what gets thrown at him... Let me explain something to you, there is only one thing that matters if you are a shinobi, and it isn't the number of jutsu you possess. All you do need, is the guts to never give up."

 

[-The Agent-]

How can you forget all of the memorable quotes Nagato (Pain) Preached to Naruto about pain,justice, and peace. Those have to be my all time favorite.

 

[Wesobi]

One error, the Jiraiya to Naruto one is actually Naruto to 3tails control filler kid. (I forgot his name >.>)

 

[DarkLuxAng]

This would have to be my favorite


By Itachi:

People Live their lives bound by what they see as "right" and "true" That's what they call "reality"
However, "right" and "true" are nothing but vague terms.
Their Reality could turn out to be an illusion. Everyone is living by their own assumptions.