Success in warfare is gained by carefully accommodating ourselves to the enemy’s purpose.
SUN TZUAttack is the secret of defense; defense is the planning of an attack.
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Appear weak when you are strong, and strong when you are weak.
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Water shapes its course according to the nature of the ground over which it flows; the soldier works out his victory in relation to the foe whom he is facing.
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Supreme excellence consists of breaking the enemy’s resistance without fighting.
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If quick, I survive. If not quick, I am lost. This is “death.
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Move not unless you see an advantage; use not your troops unless there is something to be gained; fight not unless the position is critical.
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Therefore, just as water retains no constant shape, so in warfare there are no constant conditions.
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You can be sure of succeeding in your attacks if you only attack places which are undefended.
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Be where your enemy is not.
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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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Do many calculations lead to victory, and few calculations to defeat.
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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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When you surround an army, leave an outlet free. Do not press a desperate foe too hard.
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When the enemy is relaxed, make them toil. When full, starve them. When settled, make them move.
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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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Know yourself and you will win all battles
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