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30. Disciplined and calm, to await the appearance of disorder and

hubbub amongst the enemy:-this is the art of retaining

self-possession.

31. To be near the goal while the enemy is still far from it, to

wait at ease while the enemy is toiling and struggling, to be

well-fed while the enemy is famished:-this is the art of

husbanding one's strength.

32. To refrain from intercepting an enemy whose banners are in

perfect order, to refrain from attacking an army drawn up in calm

and confident array:-this is the art of studying circumstances.

33. It is a military axiom not to advance uphill against the

enemy, nor to oppose him when he comes downhill.

34. Do not pursue an enemy who simulates flight; do not attack

soldiers whose temper is keen.

35. Do not swallow a bait offered by the enemy.