"If ignorant both of your enemy and yourself, you are certain to be in peril"
- Sun Tzu
About this Quote
This quote by Sun Tzu is a cautioning to be aware of both your enemy and yourself. It recommends that if you are unaware of either, you remain in threat. Sun Tzu is emphasizing the importance of understanding and understanding in order to succeed in any endeavor. He is recommending that if you do not understand your opponent, you will not be able to anticipate their moves and will be at a downside. Similarly, if you do not comprehend yourself, you will not be able to use your strengths and weak points to your advantage. Sun Tzu is alerting that if you are oblivious of both your enemy and yourself, you will remain in a vulnerable position and will be more likely to fail. He is emphasizing the importance of knowledge and understanding in order to succeed.
"When the principles that run against your deepest convictions begin to win the day, then the battle is your calling, and peace has become sin. You must at the price of dearest peace lay your convictions bare before friend and enemy with all the fire of your faith"