If we wish to fight, the enemy can be forced to an…
“If we wish to fight, the enemy can be forced to an engagement even though he be sheltered behind a high rampart and a deep ditch. All we need do is attack some other place that he will be obliged to relieve.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Force the opponent to leave a strong position by threatening a vulnerable point, compelling them to engage on your terms.
In simple terms: Make the enemy move by attacking elsewhere.
Key Takeaway
Create strategic pressure.
Themes
strategy
warfare
maneuvering
Mood
determined
calm
Type
tactical
historical
When to use this quote
- defensive fortifications
- enemy movement
- battlefield planning
Key Concepts
Sun Tzu
military tactics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you identify the most compelling diversion?
- What risks arise if the enemy sees through your feint?
A Different Perspective
Enemy may anticipate and counter the diversion.