The art of war is to be like water. For water in its natural course runs away from high places and hastens downwards. So in war, the way is to avoid what is strong and to strike at what is weak.
The Art of War
The Art of War, Chapter 6, Paragraph 29
c. 5th century BC
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"If, in the midst of difficulties, we are able to seize an advantage, then we shall surely triumph."
Strange & Unusual"Hence that general is skillful in attack whose opponent does not know what to defend; and he is skillful in defense whose opponent does not know what to attack."
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 ultimate in warfare is to attack the enemy's plans."
Shocking"To not prepare is the greatest of crimes; to be prepared for any eventuality is the greatest of virtues."
Shocking