Sun Tzu Quotes
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Here you will find a lists of Sun Tzu Quotes from Sun Tzu Art of War.
- Sun Tzu said:"War is of immense importance. Because it will determines the nation and it's people survival. Thus the initial assessment of war is of utmost importance." - Sun Tzu Art of War Chapter 1
- War is also about deceptions. When you are capable, feign incapability. When you are good at deployment of units, feign that you are incapable. When you are near, feign that you are far. When you are far away, feign that you are near. - Sun Tzu Art of War Chapter 1
- Hence, a wise general would always make it a point to use the supplies and provisions of the enemy. - Sun Tzu Art of War Chapter 2
- Thus to fight a hundred battles and win a hundred battles, is not a reflection of the most supreme strategy. The ability to subdue the enemy without battle is a reflection of the ultimate supreme strategy. - Sun Tzu Art of War Chapter 3
- He who knows his enemy and himself well will not be defeated easily. He who knows himself but not his enemy, will have an even chance of victory. He who does not know himself and his enemy, is bound to suffer defeat in all battles. - Sun Tzu Art of War Chapter 3
- In ancient times, those who were skilful in warfare ensured that they would not be defeated and then waited for opportunities to defeat the enemy. - Sun Tzu Art of War Chapter 4
- When the gushing torrential water tosses stones pushing boulders, it is because of the force of its momentum. When the ferocious strike of an eagle, breaks the body of its prey, it is because of the timing of the strike. - Sun Tzu Art of War Chapter 5
- Thus the person adept in warfare seeks to control and manipulate his enemy instead of being manipulated and controlled. - Sun Tzu Art of War Chapter 6
- Those who do not use local guides will not be able to gain the advantages of the terrain. - Sun Tzu Art of War Chapter 7
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