Victorious warriors win first and then go to war, while defeated warriors go to war first and then seek to win.
SUN TZUVictorious warriors win first and then go to war, while defeated warriors go to war first and then seek to win.
SUN TZUThe general who advances without coveting fame and retreats without fearing disgrace, whose only thought is to protect his country and do good service for his sovereign, is the jewel of the kingdom.
SUN TZUWho does not know the evils of war cannot appreciate its benefits.
SUN TZUIf the mind is willing, the flesh could go on and on without many things.
SUN TZUAll warfare is based on deception.
SUN TZUPlan for what it is difficult while it is easy, do what is great while it is small.
SUN TZUIf he sends reinforcements everywhere, he will everywhere be weak.
SUN TZUThe greatest victory is that which requires no battle.
SUN TZUKnow yourself and you will win all battles
SUN TZUWho wishes to fight must first count the cost
SUN TZUBe where your enemy is not.
SUN TZUAlways mystify, mislead, and surprise the enemy if possible.
SUN TZUAttack him where he is unprepared, appear where you are not expected.
SUN TZUEvery battle is won before it’s ever fought.
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.
SUN TZULet your plans be dark and impenetrable as night, and when you move, fall like a thunderbolt.
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