Every battle is won before it is fought.
One who has few must prepare against the enemy; one who has many makes the enemy prepare against him.
Quickness is the essence of the war.
Without subtle ingenuity of mind, one cannot make certain of the truth of their reports.
Appear at points which the enemy must hasten to defend; march swiftly to places where you are not expected.
Fighting with a large army under your command is nowise different from fighting with a small one: it is merely a question of instituting signs and signals.