“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 afterwards looks for victory.”
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He who is prudent and lies in wait for an enemy who is not, will be victorious.
Prohibit the taking of omens, and do away with superstitious doubts. Then, until death itself comes, no calamity need be feared.
All men can see these tactics whereby I conquer, but what none can see is the strategy out of which victory is evolved.
The skilful employer of men will employ the wise man, the brave man, the covetous man, and the stupid man.
