Hence, when we are able to attack, we must seem unable when using our forces, we must appear inactive when we are near, we must make the enemy believe we are far away when far away, we must make him believe we are near. Secret operations are essential in war upon them the army relies to make its every move. Now the reason the enlightened prince and the wise general conquer the enemy whenever they move and their achievements surpass those of ordinary men is foreknowledge. All men can see these tactics whereby I conquer, but what none can see is the strategy out of which victory is evolved.
The Art of War To subdue the enemy without fighting is the acme of skill.
