To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
SUN TZUIf there is disturbance in the camp, the general’s authority is weak.
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The greatest victory is that which requires no battle.
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So in war, the way is to avoid what is strong, and strike at what is weak.
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Be extremely subtle even to the point of formlessness. Be extremely mysterious even to the point of soundlessness. Thereby you can be the director of the opponent’s fate.
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Let your plans be dark and impenetrable as night, and when you move, fall like a thunderbolt.
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Always mystify, mislead, and surprise the enemy if possible.
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If you fight with all your might, there is a chance of life; where as death is certain if you cling to your corner.
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There is no instance of a nation benefitting from prolonged warfare.
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What the ancients called a clever fighter is one who not only wins, but excels in winning with ease.
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If he sends reinforcements everywhere, he will everywhere be weak.
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Thus the expert in battle moves the enemy, and is not moved by him.
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Be extremely subtle even to the point of formlessness. Be extremely mysterious even to the point of soundlessness. Thereby you can be the director of the opponent’s fate.
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When your army has crossed the border, you should burn your boats and bridges, in order to make it clear to everybody that you have no hankering after home.
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If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat.
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The opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
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Rewards for good service should not be deferred a single day.
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