Army Quote by Sun Tzu
“The proximity of an army causes prices to go up; and high prices cause people's substance to be drained away. When their substance is drained away, they will be afflicted by heavy exactions. With this loss of substance and exhaustion of strength, the homes of the people will be stripped bare, and their incomes dissipated.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Art of War, Sun Tzu, 5th century BC
When armies gather, scarcity drives prices up, draining resources and leading to heavy burdens on civilians.
In simple terms: War creates economic strain and hardship.
Key Takeaway
Plan logistics to protect civilian welfare.
Themes
war
economics
resource scarcity
civilian hardship
inflation
Mood
tense
reflective
serious
Type
historical
strategic
When to use this quote
- military campaigns
- price control
- resource allocation
- civilian support
Key Concepts
strategic economics
logistics
social impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies shield civilians from war‑induced poverty?
- What policies reduce resource drain during conflict?
A Different Perspective
Peaceful trade can mitigate some effects, but conflict often overwhelms markets.
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