Qi Jiguang

"Discipline is the foundation of all military virtue."

"A wise commander learns from the mistakes of his enemies."

"The mind must be sharper than the sword."

"In chaos, the organized man prevails."

"Victory belongs to those who prepare in advance."

"A soldier's loyalty is worth more than gold."

"The greatest weapon is patience."

"Mountains teach us that strength comes from immobility."

"Fear is the enemy that lives within us."

"To lead men, one must first understand men."

"The path to excellence is walked alone."

"Truth emerges from discipline and practice."

"A nation's strength rests in its education."

"The warrior's heart must remain calm in all storms."

"Strategy is thinking ten steps ahead."

"Honor is the currency of leaders."

"To master others, first master yourself."

"The best defense is preparation."

"Knowledge of self is knowledge of victory."

"Time reveals the character of a man."

"A army marches on the will of its commander."

"Weakness is often born from complacency."

"The powerful man is he who controls his desires."

"Fire and water must be balanced in life."

"Teaching others teaches oneself twice over."

"The path of honor is often the hardest path."

"In war, information is more valuable than weapons."

"A man without faith has already lost the battle."

"The greatest generals are students of history."

"Gratitude for small victories builds great ones."