Maneuvering requires disciplined forces; attempting it with an undisciplined multitude is dangerous.

By Sun Tzu, from L'Art de la guerre

Key Arguments

  • Effective maneuver offers advantages when executed by an army under discipline.
  • Lack of discipline converts maneuver into a liability.

Source Quotes

5. Maneuvering with an army is advantageous; with an undisciplined multitude, most dangerous. 6.

Key Concepts

  • Maneuvering with an army is advantageous; with an undisciplined multitude, most dangerous.

Context

vii. Maneuvering (lines 406–489) — prerequisite of discipline for maneuver