What the ancients called a clever fighter is one who not only wins, but excels in winning with ease.
Sun TzuThe control of large numbers is possible, and like unto that of small numbers, if we subdivide them.
Sun TzuMove not unless you see an advantage; use not your troops unless there is something to be gained; fight not unless the position is critical.
Sun TzuWhen the enemy's envoy's speak in humble terms, but continues his preparations, he will advance. When their language is deceptive but the enemy pretentiously advances, he will retreat. When the envoys speak in apologetic terms, he wishes a respite. When without a previous understanding the enemy asks for a truce, he is plotting. When the enemy sees an advantage but does not advance to seize it, he is fatigued.
Sun TzuThere are not more than five musical notes, yet the combinations of these five give rise to more melodies than can ever be heard.There are not more than five primary colors, yet in combination they produce more hues than can ever been seen.There are not more than five cardinal tastes, yet combinations of them yield more flavors than can ever be tasted.
Sun Tzu