The Importance of Foraging on the Enemy

There is no instance of a country having benefited from prolonged war-share. The skillful soldier does not raise a second levy. High prices cause the people substance to be drained away. With this loss of substance and exhaustion of strength, the homes of the people will be stripped bare. Government expenses for broken chariots amount to four-tenths of its total revenue. A wise general makes a point of foraging on the enemy.