It is the rule in war, if our forces are ten to the enemy's one, to surround him; if five to one, to attack him; if twice as numerous, to divide our army into two.

It is the business of a general to be quiet and thus ensure secrecy; upright and just, and thus maintain order.

When orders are consistently trustworthy and observed, the relationship of a commander with his troops is satisfactory.

Nothing is more difficult than the art of maneuvering for advantageous positions.

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.

Where the army is, prices are high; when prices rise the wealth of the people is exhausted.

The General who in advancing does not seek personal fame, and in withdrawing is not concerned with avoiding punishment, but whose only purpose is to protect the people and promote the best interests of his sovereign, is the precious jewel of the state.