One may know how to conquer without being able to do it.
SUN TZURouse him, and learn the principle of his activity or inactivity. Force him to reveal himself, so as to find out his vulnerable spots.
More Sun Tzu Quotes
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Disorder came from order, fear came from courage, weakness came from strength.
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There are not more than five cardinal tastes, yet combinations of them yield more flavours than can ever be tasted.
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In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.
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If there is disturbance in the camp, the general’s authority is weak.
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Conceal your dispositions, and your condition will remain secret, which leads to victory; show your dispositions, and your condition will become patent, which leads to defeat.
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Energy may be likened to the bending of a crossbow; decision, to the releasing of a trigger.
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Who wishes to fight must first count the cost
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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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Supreme excellence consists of breaking the enemy’s resistance without fighting.
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He will win who knows when to fight and when not to fight
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Opportunities multiply as they are seized.
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There are roads which must not be followed, armies which must not be attacked, towns which must not be besieged, positions which must not be contested, commands of the sovereign which must not be obeyed.
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Invincibility lies in the defence; the possibility of victory in the attack.
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The wise warrior avoids the battle.
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To fight and conquer in all your battles is not supreme excellence; supreme excellence consists in breaking the enemy’s resistance without fighting.
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