“I have heard that the ancients used bows and arrows to their advantage.”
― The Art of War
― The Art of War
“There are five dangerous faults which may affect a general: (1) Recklessness, which leads to destruction; (2) cowardice, which leads to capture; (3) a hasty temper, which can be provoked by insults; (4) a delicacy of honor which is sensitive to shame; (5) over-solicitude for his men, which exposes him to worry and trouble.”
― The Art of War
― The Art of War
“15. In war, practice dissimulation, and you will succeed.”
― The Art of War
― The Art of War
“Neither is it the acme of excellence if you fight and conquer and the whole Empire says, “Well done!”
― Art of War
― Art of War
“Plan for what it is difficult while it is easy, do what is great while it is small.”
― The Art of War
― The Art of War
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