One need not destroy one's enemy. One need only destroy his willingness to engage.

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.

If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat.

When one treats people with benevolence, justice and righteousness, and reposes confidence in them, the army will be united in mind and all will be happy to serve their leaders.

Amid the turmoil and tumult of battle, there may be seeming disorder and yet no real disorder at all.

If this is long delayed, weapons are blunted and morale depressed.

The control of a large force is the same principle as the control of a few men: it is merely a question of dividing up their numbers.