"When you surround an army, leave an outlet free. Do not press a desperate foe too hard."

"The skillful employer of men will employ the wise man, the brave man, the covetous man, and the stupid man."

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

"There are five dangerous faults which may affect a general: recklessness, which leads to destruction; cowardice, which leads to capture; a hasty temper, which can be provoked by insults; a delicacy of…"

"Thus it is that in war the victorious strategist only seeks battle after the victory has been won, whereas he who is destined to defeat first fights and thereafter looks for victory."