1 Our predecessors overcame many troubles and much suffering, but each time got back up stronger than before. ~ Shinzo Abe
Time and again, our ancestors had faced hardships that mercilessly blocked their paths forward. And yet, they overcame them, and got back stronger to continue the journey of life.
2 There isn’t anything anybody wants that is for any other reason than that they think they would feel better in having it. ~ Shinzo Abe
We all have our wants and desires. But these only stem from the mindset that deludes us into believing that possessing them would improve your life. They’re all about making ourselves feel better, because they’re not a part of our needs.
3 Japan will change. Let’s create a country where innovation is constantly happening, giving birth to new industries to lead the world, when I visit Silicon Valley I want to think about how we can take Silicon Valley’s ways and make them work in Japan. ~ Shinzo Abe
Innovation is that gateway to a better tomorrow, and industries are the channel leading to it. As a great leader and a patriot, the late ex-prime minister envisioned a greater future for his country that could stay self-reliant and strong as a nation even with changing times.
4 The future of Japan’s economic growth depends on us having the willpower and the courage to sail without hesitation onto the rough seas of global competition. ~ Shinzo Abe
The economic growth of a country is an important factor in determining how much it has developed. If the entire world is a sea that each country is traversing, then it’s the strong will of the citizens to work for their country that would accelerate its economic growth.
5 I am a patriot. I would think there are no politicians who are not patriots. Since I am a politician, I often get criticized, as I try to exercise what I believe to be right. However, if you mind such criticism, I think you can’t protect people’s lives. ~ Shinzo Abe
Politicians are often criticized for the decisions they make, since the fate of their country largely rests on those decisions. They only do what they feel is right for their people, without letting the harsh words affect them, since they have more important things to worry about and take care of.
6 I believe it is important that we Japanese write a constitution for ourselves that would reflect the shape of the country we consider desirable in the 21st century. ~ Shinzo Abe
A constitution is made in accordance with the priorities of the people. But with time, those priorities change. The constitution should thus be written, so that it reflects the future that country is trying to shape itself into.
7 I try to exercise in nature, and I try to play golf once a month. The last time I played golf with my wife, however, she got better scores than me, which became an additional source of stress. ~ Shinzo Abe
Mr Shinzo Abe was not only a well-respected leader, but he also had a great sense of humor. Losing can be stressful, after all.
8 Japan must become a place where women shine -Shinzo Abe
A country that respects the rights of its birth-givers is a country that prospers. Mr Shinzo Abe wished for Japan to become a country where women could accomplish their dreams and shine brighter than the morning star.
9 History is harsh. What is done cannot be undone -Shinzo Abe
The world has seen a brutal history of slavery and wars, and the scars they left are permanent. So instead of trying to hide those scars, we must heal them and move forward towards a future that does not repeat its past mistakes.
10 We should never allow this problem to drag onto the next generation -Shinzo Abe
It is our duty to end the troubles of our time along with us. We owe nothing to our children, but have instead borrowed our current resources from them. Therefore, we must ensure that we use everything that has been granted to us judiciously.
10 Quotes by Shinzo Abe that Inspire Patriotism
1. Our predecessors overcame many troubles and much suffering, but each time got back up stronger than before. ~ Shinzo Abe
2. There isn’t anything anybody wants that is for any other reason than that they think they would feel better in having it. ~ Shinzo Abe
3. Japan will change. Let’s create a country where innovation is constantly happening, giving birth to new industries to lead the world, when I visit Silicon Valley I want to think about how we can take Silicon Valley’s ways and make them work in Japan. ~ Shinzo Abe
4. The future of Japan’s economic growth depends on us having the willpower and the courage to sail without hesitation onto the rough seas of global competition. ~ Shinzo Abe
5. I am a patriot. I would think there are no politicians who are not patriots. Since I am a politician, I often get criticized, as I try to exercise what I believe to be right. However, if you mind such criticism, I think you can’t protect people’s lives. ~ Shinzo Abe
6. I believe it is important that we Japanese write a constitution for ourselves that would reflect the shape of the country we consider desirable in the 21st century. ~ Shinzo Abe
7. I try to exercise in nature, and I try to play golf once a month. The last time I played golf with my wife, however, she got better scores than me, which became an additional source of stress. ~ Shinzo Abe
8. Japan must become a place where women shine -Shinzo Abe
9. History is harsh. What is done cannot be undone -Shinzo Abe
10. We should never allow this problem to drag onto the next generation -Shinzo Abe