"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…"

"He who is skilled in attack flashes forth from the topmost heights of heaven."

"Rewards for good service are not to be a matter of routine, nor punishments for bad service a matter of course."

"When strong, appear weak. When weak, appear strong."

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