If you are far from the enemy, make him believe you are near.

The expert in battle seeks his victory from strategic advantage and does not demand it from his men.

The good fighters of old first put themselves beyond the possibility of defeat, and then waited for an opportunity of defeating the enemy.

If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle

There are not more than five musical notes, yet the combinations of these five give rise to more melodies than can ever be heard.

Success in warfare is gained by carefully accommodating ourselves to the enemy's purpose.

In conflict, straightforward actions generally lead to engagement, surprising actions generally lead to victory.