Hence that general is skilful in attack whose opponent does not know what to defend; and he is skilful in defense whose opponent does not know what to attack.
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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Therefore, just as water retains no constant shape, so in warfare there are no constant conditions.
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In battle, there are not more than two methods of attack–the direct and the indirect; yet these two in combination give rise to an endless series of maneuvers.
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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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If his forces are united, separate them.
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Anger may in time change to gladness; vexation may be succeeded by content. But a kingdom that has once been destroyed can never come again into being; nor can the dead ever be brought back to life.
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Conform to the enemy’s tactics until a favorable opportunity offers; then come forth and engage in a battle that shall prove decisive.
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Move swift as the Wind and closely-formed as the Wood. Attack like the Fire and be still as the Mountain.
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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 strong, avoid them. If of high morale, depress them. Seem humble to fill them with conceit. If at ease, exhaust them. If united, separate them. Attack their weaknesses. Emerge to their surprise.
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Great results, can be achieved with small forces.
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To know your Enemy, you must become your Enemy.
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If ignorant both of your enemy and yourself, you are certain to be in peril.
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He will win who, prepared himself, waits to take the enemy unprepared.
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All warfare is based on deception.
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If there is disturbance in the camp, the general’s authority is weak.
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