Where the army is, prices are high; when prices rise the wealth of the people is exhausted.
He will win whose army is animated by the same spirit throughout all its ranks.
At first, then, exhibit the coyness of a maiden, until the enemy gives you an opening; afterwards emulate the rapidity of a running hare, and it will be too late for the enemy to oppose you.
The greatest victory is that which requires no battle.
Victory comes from finding opportunities in problems.
To plan secretly, to move surreptitiously, to foil the enemy's intentions and balk his schemes, so that at last the day may be won without shedding a drop of blood.