He who is not sage and wise, humane and just, cannot use secret agent.s. And he who is not delicate and subtle cannot get the truth out of them.

Confront them with annihilation, and they will then survive; plunge them into a deadly situation, and they will then live. When people fall into danger, they are then able to strive for victory.

The general who advances without coveting fame and retreats without fearing disgrace, whose only thought is to protect his country and do good service for his sovereign, is the jewel of the kingdom.

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

He must be able to mystify his officers and men by false reports and appearances, and thus keep them in total ignorance.

If the enemy opens the door, you must race in.

Success in warfare is gained by carefully accommodating ourselves to the enemy's purpose.