Without harmony in the State, no military expedition can be undertaken; without harmony in the army, no battle array can be formed.

Now the reason the enlightened prince and the wise general conquer the enemy whenever they move and their achievements surpass those of ordinary men is foreknowledge.

When I have won a victory I do not repeat my tactics but respond to circumstances in an infinite variety of ways.

Therefore, just as water retains no constant shape, so in warfare there are no constant conditions.

He who relies solely on warlike measures shall be exterminated; he who relies solely on peaceful measures shall perish.

If you are strong, appear weak. But if you are weak, appear strong.

Ground which can be freely traversed by both sides is called accessible.