The general who wins a battle makes many calculations in his temple before the battle is fought. The general who loses a battle makes but few calculations beforehand.
The Art of War
The Art of War, Chapter 1, Laying Plans
c. 5th century BC
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"If a battle is to be fought, it must be fought quickly."
Controversial"Let your plans be dark and impenetrable as night, and when you move, fall like a thunderbolt."
Strange & Unusual"Water shapes its course according to the nature of the ground over which it flows; the soldier works out his victory in relation to the foe whom he is facing."
Humorous"The art of war is like a game of chess, but with real lives."
Humorous"The wise warrior avoids the battle."
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