The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting.
SUN TZUThe 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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Attack is the secret of defense; defense is the planning of an attack.
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There is no instance of a nation benefitting from prolonged warfare.
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Rewards for good service should not be deferred a single day.
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Hence to fight and conquer in all your battles is not supreme excellence; supreme excellence consists in 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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Appear weak when you are strong, and strong when you are weak.
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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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If his forces are united, separate them.
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If he sends reinforcements everywhere, he will everywhere be weak.
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Move not unless you see an advantage; use not your troops unless there is something to be gained; fight not unless the position is critical.
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Ponder and deliberate before you make a move.
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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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Those skilled at making the enemy move do so by creating a situation to which he must conform; they entice him with something he is certain to take, and with lures of ostensible profit they await him in strength.
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All warfare is based on deception.
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Treat your men as you would your own beloved sons. And they will follow you into the deepest valley.
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