War.
War has been an enduring facet of human existence, shaping nations, ideologies, and futures. It evokes profound emotions and reflections, from the valiant acts of heroism to the harrowing consequences of conflict.
Throughout history, thinkers, leaders, and soldiers have sought to articulate their understanding and experiences of war through poignant words. This collection of quotes delves into the complexities of warfare, exploring themes of sacrifice, bravery, loss, and the pursuit of peace. Each quote serves as a reminder of the lessons learned and the heavy price paid, urging us to reflect on the human condition amidst the turmoil of war.
Editors Pick
The successful person has unusual skill at dealing with conflict and ensuring the best outcome for all.
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Sun Tzu
Regard your soldiers as your children, and they will follow you into the deepest valleys; look upon them as your own beloved sons, and they will stand by you even unto death.
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Sun Tzu
Plan for what is difficult while it is easy, do what is great while it is small.
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Sun Tzu
All Quotes on War
In conflict, straightforward actions generally lead to engagement, surprising actions generally lead to victory.
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Sun Tzu
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 honour, which is sensitive to shame; over-solicitude for his men, which exposes him to worry and trouble.
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Sun Tzu
In war, numbers alone confer no advantage. Do not advance relying on sheer military power.
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Sun Tzu
Those who are victorious plan effectively and change decisively. They are like a great river that maintains its course but adjusts its flow...they have form but are formless. They are skilled in both planning and adapting and need not fear the result of a thousand battles: for they win in advance, defeating those that have already lost.
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Sun Tzu
One who speaks deferentially but increases his preparations will advance. One who speaks belligerently and advances hastily will retreat.
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Sun Tzu
The successful person has unusual skill at dealing with conflict and ensuring the best outcome for all.
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Sun Tzu
When torrential water tosses boulders, it is because of its momentum. When the strike of a hawk breaks the body of its prey, it is because of timing.
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Sun Tzu
Humble words and increased preparations are signs that the enemy is about to advance. Violent language and driving forward as if to the attack are signs that he will retreat.
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Sun Tzu
Don't flail against the world, use it. Flexibility is the operative principle in the art of war.
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Sun Tzu
Those who would wage war, should first eliminate all domestic enemies before proceeding to attack the external foe.
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Sun Tzu
If your enemy is secure at all points, be prepared for him. If he is in superior strength, evade him. If your opponent is temperamental, seek to irritate him. Pretend to be weak, that he may grow arrogant. If he is taking his ease, give him no rest. If his forces are united, separate them. If sovereign and subject are in accord, put division between them. Attack him where he is unprepared, appear where you are not expected.
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Sun Tzu
He who relies solely on warlike measures shall be exterminated; he who relies solely on peaceful measures shall perish.
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Sun Tzu
First learn to become invincible, then wait for your enemy's moment of vulnerability.
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Sun Tzu
Begin by seizing something which your opponent holds dear; then he will be amenable to your will.
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Sun Tzu
Management of many is the same as management of few. It is a matter of organization.
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Sun Tzu