Know the enemy, know yourself; your victory will never be endangered. Know the ground, know the weather; your victory will then be total.

If you fight with all your might, there is a chance of life; where as death is certain if you cling to your corner

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.

He will win whose army is animated by the same spirit throughout all its ranks.

The one who figures on victory at headquarters before even doing battle is the one who has the most strategic factors on his side.

If the enemy has occupied them before you, do not follow him, but retreat and try to entice him away.

Now a soldier's spirit is keenest in the morning; by noonday it has begun to flag; and in the evening, his mind is only on returning to camp.