Bishops Quote by Emanuel Lasker
“To refer to the oft mooted question, "Which piece is stronger, the Bishop or the Knight?" it is clear that the value of the Bishop undergoes greater changes than that of the Knight.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Chess Strategy, Emanuel Lasker, 1925
The bishop’s power varies more across positions than the knight’s, making its value less stable.
In simple terms: Bishop’s strength changes more than knight’s.
Adjust piece value based on board context.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- opening preparation
- midgame planning
- endgame decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does board structure affect piece strength?
- When might a knight be preferable?
Bishop value can be overestimated in closed positions.