Conform to the enemy’s tactics until a favorable opportunity offers; then come forth and engage in a battle that shall prove decisive.
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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The wise warrior avoids the battle.
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The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting.
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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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In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.
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One may know how to conquer without being able to do it.
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Opportunities multiply as they are seized.
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Thus the expert in battle moves the enemy, and is not moved by him.
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If his forces are united, separate them.
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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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Supreme excellence consists of breaking the enemy’s resistance without fighting.
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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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The whole secret lies in confusing the enemy, so that he cannot fathom our real intent.
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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 your army has crossed the border, you should burn your boats and bridges, in order to make it clear to everybody that you have no hankering after home.
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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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