Quote by Sun Tzu

What enables the enlightened rulers and good generals to conquer the enemy at every move and achieve extraordinary success is foreknowledge.

What enables the enlightened rulers and good generals to con

Summary

This quote suggests that the true key to victory for enlightened rulers and skilled military leaders lies in having foresight or foreknowledge. By anticipating and understanding the moves of their enemies, they are able to outmaneuver them and achieve remarkable success. This emphasizes the importance of strategic planning, intelligence gathering, and staying one step ahead in order to triumph in battles or conflicts.

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