He will win who knows when to fight and when not to fight.
By the same author and on kindred topics.
Rely not on the likelihood of the enemy’s not coming, but on your own readiness to receive him.
Many calculations lead to victory, and few calculations to defeat: how much more no calculation at all!
Do not repeat the tactics which have gained you one victory, but let your methods be regulated by the infinite variety of circumstances.
The best thing of all is to take the enemy’s country whole and intact; to shatter and destroy it is not so good.
All warfare is based on deception.
Advance where no one can stop you; retreat where you cannot be overtaken.
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