Who does not know the evils of war cannot appreciate its benefits.
SUN TZUWhen the outlook is bright, bring it before their eyes; but tell them nothing when the situation is gloomy.
More Sun Tzu Quotes
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One mark of a great soldier is that he fight on his own terms or fights not at all.
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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 are not more than five musical notes, yet the combinations of these five give rise to more melodies than can ever be heard.
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Move swift as the Wind and closely-formed as the Wood. Attack like the Fire and be still as the Mountain.
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Bravery without forethought, causes a man to fight blindly and desperately like a mad bull. Such an opponent, must not be encountered with brute force, but may be lured into an ambush and slain.
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Do many calculations lead to victory, and few calculations to defeat.
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Rewards for good service should not be deferred a single day.
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The art of war is of vital importance to the State. It is a matter of life and death, a road either to safety or to ruin. Hence it is a subject of inquiry which can on no account be neglected.
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Attack is the secret of defense; defense is the planning of an attack.
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Begin by seizing something which your opponent holds dear; then he will be amenable to your will.
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The opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
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He will win who, prepared himself, waits to take the enemy unprepared.
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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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Be where your enemy is not.
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Anger may in time change to gladness; vexation may be succeeded by content. But a kingdom that has once been destroyed can never come again into being; nor can the dead ever be brought back to life.
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