The wise warrior avoids the battle.
The Art of War
This is a popular modern interpretation, not a direct quote. It summarizes the idea of winning without fighting.
c. 5th century BC (approximate)
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"He who is prudent and lies in wait for an enemy who is not, will be victorious."
Strange & Unusual"Victorious warriors win first and then go to war, while defeated warriors go to war first and then seek to win."
Strange & Unusual"If fighting is sure to result in victory, then you must fight, even though the ruler forbid it; if fighting will not result in victory, then you must not fight, even at the ruler's bidding."
Humorous"When strong, appear weak. When weak, appear strong."
Controversial"Move swift as the Wind and closely-formed as the Wood. Attack like the Fire and be still as the Mountain."
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