The Art of Warfare
Sun Tzu Wrote The Art of War over 2,500 Years Ago
The Art of War was written by a Chinese general named Sun Tzu more than 2,500 years ago, possibly in the 6th Century BC. The book has long been heralded for its advice on military success.
Given, that at the time of writing this Substack post, we are so clearly at war, with something invisible and diabolical. I thought I would do a short series on War, as a preparation before going further into what may have happened in the Lahaina, Maui, inferno.
What better place to start than with Sun Tzu?
To first build some context and foundation.
Shema Satya, Sept 15 2023
Sun Tzu teaches:
“Be extremely subtle, even to the point of formlessness. Be extremely mysterious, even to the point of soundlessness. Thereby you can be the director of the opponent’s fate.”
Sun Tzu The Art of Warfare is Known as a Classic
“The most widely read military classic in human history, of unprecedented historical significance. Of compelling importance not only to students of Chinese history and literature, but to all readers interested in the art or the philosophy of war.
War is a risky and expensive business, and the virtuous ruler ought to be as prudent about waging it as circumstances permit. Many of the work's maxims reflect common sense (or, in view of the weight of historical evidence, sense one wishes were common), and many more reflect an extremely sophisticated approach to psychological warfare. Indispensable for any military or Chinese studies collection.”
A Free Version Online: The Art of War
By Sun Tzu
Translated by Lionel Giles
Online you can find many good collections of SunTzu quotes. Here are 2 links.
Blog Post: Sun Tzu Quotes by AZ Quotes
Blog Post: 50 Sun Tzu Quotes – His Wisest Words Ever!
By Frances Vidakovic
I thought it would be of interest also, to include how Sun Tzu has been studied to help with tactics in other areas of living, not just war. The World of Business is one such sector.
Article: The best lessons from 'Art of War,' a book Evan Spiegel bought Snapchat employees when he felt threatened by Facebook
The Art of War, long heralded for its advice on military success. This advice has since been co-opted by legions of armchair soldiers and generals in the business world.
If you know the enemy and know yourself you need not fear the result of 100 battles. If you know yourself, but not the enemy, for every victory gained, you will also suffer a defeat if you know neither the enemy nor yourself. You will succumb in every battle. - Sun Tzu
Here are THE KEY POINTS - see article for further elaboration of each point, on translating business tactics from The Art of War book.
1. On Management: Care about your team but also be tough
2. On Management: Hire great people because weak frustrated sub ordinance will cripple you.
3. On Strategy: Know your enemy.
4. On Tactics: All warfare is based on deception.
5. On Tactics: Be decisive and quick.
6. On Tactics: Exploit your enemy's weaknesses, avoid their strengths.
7. On Tactics: Don't just do something for the sake of doing something. Make sure it helps you.
8. On Tactics: Plan ahead - don't make it up as you go.
9. Warning: Don't attack someone just because they made you mad.
10. Information is king. Don't go into battle without knowing what you're up against.
11. How to Lose: Tell your people to do something they can't; promote incapable people; or work your team to death.
12. Miscellaneous: Drag yourself out of bed early and other tips.
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So interesting, especially when applied to the insidious. Keep up the great work!