Signals from Enemy's Movement-Sun Tzu

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Signals from Enemy's Movement - Sun Tzu

English: When the enemy is nearby and yet is able to remain silent, he is relying on the strategic advantages conferred by the terrain. When the enemy attempts to provoke you into battle from a distance, he is trying to lure you forward to engage him. When the enemy camps on a level and accessible ground, there must be advantages and reasons to do so.

Modern: 敌军离我方近，却能保持安静，那是他倚仗占据险要地形。敌军离我方远，却来挑战，那是企图诱我前进。敌军之所以占据平地，定有他的好处和用意。

Original: 敌近而静者，恃其险也。远而挑战者，欲人之进也；其所居易者，利也。

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From: Sun Tzu Art of War Chapter 9