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"There is a saying in the army: I do not presume to be the master, But become the guest. I do not dare advance an inch, But retreat a foot. This is called moving without moving, Rolling up sleeves without showing your arms, Repelling without opposing, Wielding without a weapon. There is no disaster greater than Contempt for the enemy. Contempt for the enemy - What a treasure is lost! Therefore, When the fighting gets hot, Those who grieve will conquer."
Author
Lao TzuAll Translations
English
"There is a saying in the army: I do not presume to be the master, But become the guest. I do not dare advance an inch, But retreat a foot. This is called moving without moving, Rolling up sleeves without showing your arms, Repelling without opposing, Wielding without a weapon. There is no disaster greater than Contempt for the enemy. Contempt for the enemy - What a treasure is lost! Therefore, When the fighting gets hot, Those who grieve will conquer."