Invincibility lies in the defence; the possibility of victory in the attack.
SUN TZUBe extremely subtle even to the point of formlessness. Be extremely mysterious even to the point of soundlessness. Thereby you can be the director of the opponent’s fate.
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Never venture, never win!
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Do not swallow bait offered by the enemy. Do not interfere with an army that is returning home.
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The opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
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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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You have to believe in yourself.
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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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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 there is disturbance in the camp, the general’s authority is weak.
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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 art of war is of vital importance to the State. It is a matter of life and death, a road either to safety or to ruin. Hence it is a subject of inquiry which can on no account be neglected.
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Ponder and deliberate before you make a move.
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The whole secret lies in confusing the enemy, so that he cannot fathom our real intent.
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Pretend inferiority and encourage his arrogance.
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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 you surround an army, leave an outlet free. Do not press a desperate foe too hard.
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