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42 ; from death ground there is retrieval; for the force in danger, gains victory and defeats the enemy.

Discover the enemy’s precise intentions by yielding tactics. When discovered, then, with one stroke, the general may be killed, even though he be one hundred leagues distant.

When war is declared, close the barriers; destroy passports; prevent the passage of the enemy’s spies; conduct the business of the Government with vigilance.

Take advantage of the enemy’s unreadiness; quickly invade his country; and try to seize the places which he most values.

Shape your plans according to rule, and the circum- stances of the enemy.

At first behave with the discretion of a maiden; then, when the enemy gives an opening, dart in like a rabbit.

The enemy cannot defend himself.