"There are not more than five primary colors (blue, yellow, red, white, and black), yet in combination they produce more hues than can ever be seen. There are not more than five musical notes (Gong, Sh…"

"If your opponent is of choleric temper, seek to irritate him. Pretend to be weak, that he may grow arrogant."

"If a battle is to be fought, it must be fought quickly."

"When you surround an army, leave an outlet free. Do not press a desperate foe too hard."

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