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.

The greatest victory is that which requires no battle.

Do not swallow bait offered by the enemy. Do not interfere with an army that is returning home.

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

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

Generally, management of many is the same as management of few. It is a matter of organization. And to control many is the same as to control few. This is a matter of formations and signals.

Invincibility depends on one's self; the enemy's vulnerability on him.