If your opponent is of choleric temper, seek to irritate him. Pretend to be weak, that he may grow arrogant.

If not in the interests of the state, do not act. If you cannot succeed, do not use troops. If you are not in danger, do not fight.

All warfare is based on deception. There is no place where espionage is not used. Offer the enemy bait to lure him.

The successful person has unusual skill at dealing with conflict and ensuring the best outcome for all.

If it is to your advantage, make a forward move; if not, stay where you are.

The dance of battle is always played to the same impatient rhythm. What begins in a surge of violent motion is always reduced to the perfectly still.

There is no place where espionage is not possible.