Management of many is the same as management of few. It is a matter of organization.

Those who would wage war, should first eliminate all domestic enemies before proceeding to attack the external foe.

Like the sun and moon, they end but to begin anew; like the four seasons, they pass away to return once more.

In warfare, first lay plans which will ensure victory, and then lead your army to battle; if you will not begin with stratagem but rely on brute strength alone, victory will no longer be assured.

The peak efficiency of knowledge and strategy is to make conflict unnecessary.

Strategy without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat.

All warfare is based on deception. If your enemy is superior, evade him. If angry, irritate him. If equally matched, fight and if not: split and re-evaluate.