To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
The Art of War
The Art of War, Chapter 4: Tactical Dispositions
c. 5th century BC
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"The whole secret lies in confusing the enemy, so that he cannot fathom our real intent."
Strange & Unusual"One may know how to conquer without being able to do it."
Humorous"Never venture, never win!"
Humorous"There are not more than five musical notes, yet the combinations of these five give rise to more melodies than can ever be heard."
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Humorous