What's the original language of The Art of War by Sun Tzu?

May 09 2023

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The language used in the original text of The Art of War plays a crucial role in shaping our understanding of its content. Classical Chinese is a highly nuanced, context-dependent language, which leaves ample room for interpretation, even among scholars. This has led to numerous commentaries on the text, with different interpretations often highlighting different aspects of The Art of War depending on the translator's perspective.

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