If he sends reinforcements everywhere, he will everywhere be weak.
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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Ponder and deliberate before you make a move.
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Therefore, just as water retains no constant shape, so in warfare there are no constant conditions.
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Success in warfare is gained by carefully accommodating ourselves to the enemy’s purpose.
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So in war, the way is to avoid what is strong, and strike at what is weak.
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Bravery without forethought, causes a man to fight blindly and desperately like a mad bull. Such an opponent, must not be encountered with brute force, but may be lured into an ambush and slain.
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When one treats people with benevolence, justice, and righteoousness, and reposes confidence in them, the army will be united in mind and all will be happy to serve their leaders.
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The wise warrior avoids the battle.
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Do many calculations lead to victory, and few calculations to defeat.
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If the mind is willing, the flesh could go on and on without many things.
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Know your enemy and know yourself and you can fight a hundred battles without disaster,
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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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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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When the outlook is bright, bring it before their eyes; but tell them nothing when the situation is gloomy.
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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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Rewards for good service should not be deferred a single day.
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