Attack the enemy's strategy.

One who has few must prepare against the enemy; one who has many makes the enemy prepare against him.

With regard to precipitous heights, if you are beforehand with your adversary, you should occupy the raised and sunny spots, and there wait for him to come up.

Keep your friends close and your enemies even closer.

The rising of birds in their flight is the sign of an ambuscade. Startled beasts indicate that a sudden attack is coming.

There are not more than five primary colours, yet in combination they produce more hues than can ever been seen.

The General who in advancing does not seek personal fame, and in withdrawing is not concerned with avoiding punishment, but whose only purpose is to protect the people and promote the best interests of his sovereign, is the precious jewel of the state.