WAGING WAR [Ts’ao Kung has the note: "He who wishes to fight must first count the cost," which prepares us for the discovery that the subject of the chapter is not what we might expect from the title, but is primarily a
A keeper or guardian of historical records and memories.
Chapter II
[Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent. See. § 26.] 1. Sun Tzŭ said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State. 2.
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an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading “Sun Tzŭ said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State.”
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From this reading § 26.] 1.
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From this reading 2.
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From this reading § 26.] 1.
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading Sun Tzŭ said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
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From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
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From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
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From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
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From this reading Sun Tzŭ said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Sun Tzŭ said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
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From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
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From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Sun Tzŭ said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
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From this reading See.
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From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Sun Tzŭ said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Sun Tzŭ said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Sun Tzŭ said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Sun Tzŭ said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State.
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From this reading Sun Tzŭ said: The art of war is of vital importance to the State.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading [Ts’ao Kung, in defining the meaning of the Chinese for the title of this chapter, says it refers to the deliberations in the temple selected by the general for his temporary use, or as we should say, in his tent.
What is the central narrative or theme conveyed in this section of Chapter 02: Waging War (Tác Chiến)?
Which core linguistic virtue or character attribute is emphasized in this passage?
According to the text: "II....", what tone does the author establish?
