Sun Tzu

All warfare is based on deception. Hence, when able to attack, we must seem unable; when using our forces, we must seem inactive; when we are near, we must make the enemy believe we are far away; when far away, we must make him believe we are near.

Sun Tzu

Amid the turmoil and tumult of battle, there may be seeming disorder and yet no real disorder at all.

Sun Tzu

An army may be likened to water, for just as flowing water avoids the heights and hastens to the lowlands, so an army avoids strength and strikes weakness.

Sun Tzu

Appraise war in terms of the fundamental factors. The first of these factors is moral influence.

Sun Tzu

At first, then, exhibit the coyness of a maiden, until the enemy gives you an opening; afterwards emulate the rapidity of a running hare, and it will be too late for the enemy to oppose you.

Sun Tzu

Attack by Stratagem

Sun Tzu

Balk the enemy’s power; force him to reveal himself.

Sun Tzu

Ban all omen-taking and superstitious practices so that death is all they have to worry about.

Sun Tzu

Build your opponent a golden bridge to retreat across.

Sun Tzu

By reinforcing every part, he weakens every part.

Sun Tzu