The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting.
SUN TZUEvery battle is won before it’s ever fought.
More Sun Tzu Quotes
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In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.
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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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To know your Enemy, you must become your Enemy.
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All warfare is based on deception.
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If your opponent is of choleric temper, seek to irritate him. Pretend to be weak, that he may grow arrogant.
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The worst calamities that befall an army arise from hesitation.
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Success in warfare is gained by carefully accommodating ourselves to the enemy’s purpose.
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If there is disturbance in the camp, the general’s authority is weak.
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Water shapes its course according to the nature of the ground over which it flows; the soldier works out his victory in relation to the foe whom he is facing.
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The general who advances without coveting fame and retreats without fearing disgrace, whose only thought is to protect his country and do good service for his sovereign, is the jewel of the kingdom.
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The wise warrior avoids the battle.
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Ultimate excellence lies not in winning every battle, but in defeating the enemy without ever fighting.
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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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The greatest victory is that which requires no battle.
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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 the outlook is bright, bring it before their eyes; but tell them nothing when the situation is gloomy.
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You can be sure of succeeding in your attacks if you only attack places which are undefended.
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When the enemy is relaxed, make them toil. When full, starve them. When settled, make them move.
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Know your enemy and know yourself and you can fight a hundred battles without disaster,
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If ignorant both of your enemy and yourself, you are certain to be in peril.
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Wheels of justice gind slow but grind fine.
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Always mystify, mislead, and surprise the enemy if possible.
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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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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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Be where your enemy is not.
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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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