Invincibility lies in the defence; the possibility of victory in the attack.
SUN TZUThe 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.
More Sun Tzu Quotes
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He will win who knows when to fight and when not to fight
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To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
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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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It is only the enlightened ruler and the wise general who will use the highest intelligence of the army for the purposes of spying, and thereby they achieve great results.
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Do many calculations lead to victory, and few calculations to defeat.
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If you know the enemy and know yourself, your victory will not stand in doubt; if you know Heaven and know Earth, you may make your victory complete.
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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 his forces are united, separate them.
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If you wait by the river long enough, the bodies of your enemies will float by.
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He will win who, prepared himself, waits to take the enemy unprepared.
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The whole secret lies in confusing the enemy, so that he cannot fathom our real intent.
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Be where your enemy is not.
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Disorder came from order, fear came from courage, weakness came from strength.
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Opportunities multiply as they are seized.
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Convince your enemy that he will gain very little by attacking you; this will diminish his enthusiasm.
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