"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…"

"There are not more than five musical notes, yet the combinations of these five give rise to more melodies than can ever be heard."

"The whole secret lies in confusing the enemy, so that he cannot fathom our real intent."

"The general who understands the principles of the art of war is the minister of the people's fate and the guardian of the nation's security."

"Move not unless you see an advantage; use not your troops unless there is something to be gained; fight not unless the position is critical."