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 wives and daughters.

Despite all expectations, the time of my last campaign and of my passing is near. I wish to die at home. Let not my end disarm you, and on no account weep for me, lest the enemy be warned of my death.

All who surrender will be spared; whoever does not surrender but opposes with struggle and dissension, shall be annihilated.

The strength of walls depends on the courage of those who guard them.

If unable to abstain from drinking, a man may get drunk three times a month; if he does it more than three times he is culpable; if he gets drunk twice a month it is better; if once a month, this is still more laudable; and if one does not drink at all what can be better? But where can I find such a man? If such a man were found he would be worthy of the highest esteem.

Just as God gave different fingers to the hand so has He given different ways to men.

If you're afraid - don't do it, - if you're doing it - don't be afraid!