Those who were adept and brave fellows I have made military commanders. Those who were quick and nimble I have made herders of horses. Those who were not adept I have given a small whip and sent to be shepherds

The pleasure and joy of man lies in treading down the rebel and conquering the enemy, in tearing him up by the root, in taking from him all that he has.

Heaven has appointed me to rule all the nations, for hitherto there has been no order upon the steppes.

One of the joys of travel is visiting new towns and meeting new people.

Perhaps my children will live in stone houses and walled towns - Not I

In the space of seven years I have succeeded in accomplishing a great work and uniting the whole world in one Empire.

I am the punishment of God. If you have not committed sins then God wouldn't have sent me.