The clever combatant imposes his will on the enemy, but does not allow the enemy’s will to be imposed on him.

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The skillful fighter puts himself into a position which makes defeat impossible, and does not miss the moment for defeating the enemy.

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Simulated disorder postulates perfect discipline, simulated fear postulates courage; simulated weakness postulates strength.

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The good fighter is able to secure himself against defeat, but cannot make certain of defeating the enemy.

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The skillful general conducts his army just as though he were leading a single man, willy-nilly, by the hand.

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There are not more than five musical notes, yet the combinations of these five give rise to more melodies than can ever be heard.

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The student of war who is unversed in the art of war of varying his plans, even though he be acquainted with the Five Advantages, will fail to make the best use of his men.

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What the ancients called a clever fighter is one who not only wins, but excels in winning with ease.

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If the enemy is taking his ease, the clever combatant can harass him; if well supplied with food, he can starve him out; if quietly encamped, he can force him to move.

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Anger may in time change to gladness; vexation may be succeeded by content.

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