Weigh the situation, then move.

There are not more than five musical notes, yet the combinations of these five give rise to more melodies than can ever be heard.

Hiding order beneath the cloak of disorder is simply a question of subdivision; concealing courage under a show of timidity presupposes a fund of latent energy; masking strength with weakness is to be effected by tactical dispositions.

Do not engage an enemy more powerful than you. And if it is unavoidable and you do have to engage, then make sure you engage it on your terms, not on your enemy's terms.

The natural formation of the country is the soldier's best ally

In conflict, straightforward actions generally lead to engagement, surprising actions generally lead to victory.

Secret operations are essential in war; upon them the army relies to make its every move.