Man's highest joy is in victory: to conquer one's enemies; to pursue them; to deprive them of their possessions; to make their beloved weep; to ride on their horses; and to embrace their wives and daughters. — Genghis Khan Copy Share Image
Oh people, know that you have committed great sins. If you ask me what proof I have for these words, I say it is… — Genghis Khan Copy Share Image
Despite all expectations, the time of my last campaign and of my passing is near. I wish to die at home. Let not my… — Genghis Khan Copy Share Image
Those who were adept and brave fellows I have made military commanders. Those who were quick and nimble I have made herders of horses.… — Genghis Khan Copy Share Image
Heaven is weary of the luxury of China. I shall remain in the wilderness of the north. I shall return to simplicity and moderations once again. As for the clothes I wear and the food I eat, I shall have the same as cowherds and grooms and I shall treat my soldiers as brothers. In a hundred battles I have… — Genghis Khan Copy Share
Happiness lies in conquering one's enemies, in driving them in front of oneself, in taking their property, in savoring their despair, in outraging their… — Genghis Khan Copy Share Image
“I am the flail of god. Had you not created great sins, god would not have sent a punishment like me upon you.” — Genghis Khan Copy Share Image
One of the joys of travel is visiting new towns and meeting new people. — Genghis Khan Copy Share Image
People conquered on different sides of the lake should be ruled on different sides of the lake. — Genghis Khan Copy Share Image
Just as God gave different fingers to the hand so has He given different ways to men. — Genghis Khan Copy Share Image
