in persuasion. Taoist rhetoric in The Art of War is described as "peaceful and passive, favoring silence over speech". Frugal behavior, which is emphasized extensively in The Art of War as avoiding confrontation and being spiritual in nature, shapes basic principles in Taoism.

Legacy

Sun Tzu's Art of War has influenced many notable figures and is accepted as a masterpiece on strategy. It has been frequently cited and by generals and theorists since it was first published, translated, and

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