Sun Tzu

The whole secret lies in confusing the enemy, so that he cannot fathom our real intent.

Sun Tzu

Those whose upper and lower ranks have the same desire are victorious.

Sun Tzu

Throw your soldiers into positions whence there is no escape, and they will prefer death to flight. If they will face death, there is nothing they may not achieve.

Sun Tzu

To know your enemy, you must become your enemy.

Sun Tzu

To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.

Sun Tzu

Unless you enter the tiger’s lair, you cannot get hold of the tiger’s cub’s.

Sun Tzu

Violent language and driving forward as if to the attack are signs that he will retreat.

Sun Tzu

What is of the greatest importance in war is extraordinary speed: One cannot afford to neglect opportunity.

Sun Tzu

When he pretends to flee, do not pursue.

Sun Tzu

When the outlook is bright, bring it before their eyes; but tell them nothing when the situation is gloomy.

Sun Tzu