Dilgentia Vis Celeritas, Latin for "accuracy, power, speed" is the defacto motto of the Modern Technique and of practical shooting in general. An accurate shot is useless if delivered too slowly or with an insufficient blow. A powerful blow delivered too late or which does not hit the target is likewise useless, as is a quickly delivered but inaccurate or weak blow.

All of the modern techniques, whether for the pistol, rifle, or shotgun are based on what has come to be called The Triad. This consists of the three equal and interconnected principles of gun handling, mind set, and marksmanship, all of which must be learned through proper training and practice.

Gun Handling:

This is the safe and efficient use, presentation, and maintenance of one's firearms.

Marksmanship:

This is the ability to hit one's target quickly and accurately.

Mindset:

This is the key to "crisis management" and the ability to hit one's target while under pressure. Failure to think correctly about personal armed combat or situations of possible danger, or to learn the doctrine and techniques for their management leaves your survival or success to pure chance.

 Please take note that the modern technique can only be properly learned by actually shooting under the guidance of  a competent instructor.