Quotes about strength

1. This is called, using the conquered foe to augment one’s own strength.

2. If he is secure at all points, be prepared for him. If he is in superior strength, evade him.

3. Standing on the defensive indicates insufficient strength; attacking, a superabundance of strength.

4. Simulated disorder postulates perfect discipline; simulated fear postulates courage; simulated weakness postulates strength.

5. That the impact of your army may be like a grindstone dashed against an egg — this is effected by the science of weak points and strong.

6. To lift an autumn hair is no sign of great strength; to see sun and moon is no sign of sharp sight; to hear the noise of thunder is no sign of a quick ear.

7. The Master said, "In archery it is not going through the leather which is the principal thing;—because people's strength is not equal. This was the old way.

8. Yen Ch'iu said, "It is not that I do not delight in your doctrines, but my strength is insufficient." The Master said, "Those whose strength is insufficient give over in the middle of the way but now you limit yourself.

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