An hour's history of two minds is well told in a game of chess.
Jose Raul CapablancaRead
The winning of a pawn among good players of even strength often means the winning of the game.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Gaining a small advantage in a competitive situation can lead to overall victory.
This quote by Jose Raul Capablanca emphasizes the significance of small advantages in strategic games like chess. It suggests that even a minor gain, such as winning a pawn, can be pivotal in determining the outcome of the match when played by equally skilled opponents, highlighting the importance of each decision and opportunity in achieving success.
Themes
PawnChessAdvantageSuccessStrategy
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about strategic thinking in business, one might say, 'As Capablanca noted, the winning of a pawn among good players often means the winning of the game, emphasizing the importance of every small advantage.'
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All quotes βA passed pawn increase in strength as the number of pieces on the board diminishes.
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