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.

One who sets the entire army in motion to chase an advantage will not attain it.

Agitate him and ascertain the pattern of his movement.

Until death itself comes, no calamity need be feared

These are six ways of courting defeat, which must be carefully noted by the general who has attained a responsible post.

He who knows his enemy and himself well will not be defeated easily.

Convince your enemy that he will gain very little by attacking you; this will diminish his enthusiasm