If ignorant both of your enemy and yourself, you are certain to be in peril.
SUN TZUAnger 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.
More Sun Tzu Quotes
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Who does not know the evils of war cannot appreciate its benefits.
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Invincibility lies in the defence; the possibility of victory in the attack.
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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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If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat.
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Pretend inferiority and encourage his arrogance.
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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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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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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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There are not more than five musical notes, yet the combinations of these five give rise to more melodies than can ever be heard.
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If you wait by the river long enough, the bodies of your enemies will float by.
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Even the finest sword plunged into salt water will eventually rust.
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You have to believe in yourself.
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Always mystify, mislead, and surprise the enemy if possible.
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Be 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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When you surround an army, leave an outlet free. Do not press a desperate foe too hard.
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