Soldiers when in desperate straits lose the sense of fear. If there is no place of refuge, they will stand firm. If they are in hostile country, they will show a stubborn front. If there is no help for it, they will fight hard. Thus, without waiting to be marshaled, the soldiers will be constantly on the qui vive; without waiting to be asked, they will do your will; without restrictions, they will be faithful; without giving orders, they can be trusted.Go here to read the introductory post to the verses of The Art of War.
~ from The Art of War, Giles translation ~
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Chapter 11, Verses 24 and 25 - Sun Tzu
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