"He who exercises no forethought but makes light of his opponents is sure to be captured by them."

"To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself."

"He who wishes to fight must first count the cost."

"The only way to win is to make the enemy think you are not there."

"Appear at points which the enemy must hasten to defend; march swiftly to places where you are not expected."