The wise warrior avoids the battle.
SUN TZUIf your opponent is of choleric temper, seek to irritate him. Pretend to be weak, that he may grow arrogant.
More Sun Tzu Quotes
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Know your enemy and know yourself and you can fight a hundred battles without disaster,
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Disorder came from order, fear came from courage, weakness came from strength.
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The spot where we intend to fight must not be made known; for then the enemy will have to prepare against a possible attack at several different points.
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Ponder and deliberate before you make a move.
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There are not more than five primary colours, yet in combination they produce more hues than can ever been seen.
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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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Do many calculations lead to victory, and few calculations to defeat.
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If he sends reinforcements everywhere, he will everywhere be weak.
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One may know how to conquer without being able to do it.
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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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The 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.
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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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He who is prudent and lies in wait for an enemy who is not, will be victorious.
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Plan for what it is difficult while it is easy, do what is great while it is small.
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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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