Quote by Sun Tzu
Thus it is that in war the victorious strategist only seeks battle

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. – Sun Tzu

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He who is prudent and lies in wait for an enemy who is not, will be victorious. – Sun Tzu

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If our soldiers are not overburdened with money, it is not because they have a distaste for riches if their lives are not unduly long, it is not because they are disinclined to longevity. – Sun Tzu

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