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.

The greatest pleasure is to vanquish your enemies and chase them before you, to rob them of their wealth and see those dear to them bathed in tears, to ride their horses and clasp to your bosom their wives and daughters.

Remember, you have no companions but your shadow

Be of one mind and one faith, that you may conquer your enemies and lead long and happy lives.

My life was too short to acheive the conquest of the whole world.

If you had not committed great sins, God would not have sent a punishment like me upon you.

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