Genghis Khan

Statesmanship Mongolia 1162 – 1227 99 quotes

Founder of the Mongol Empire whose conquests created the largest contiguous empire in history.

Quotes by Genghis Khan

Remember, upon the conduct of each depends the fate of all.

Military address

A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.

Personal reflection

In war, the key is not to fear the enemy, but to understand him.

Professional observation

Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill of creative effort.

Attributed reflection

Let your plans be as dark and impenetrable as night, and when you move, fall like a thunderbolt.

Strategic advice

The wise warrior avoids the battle.

Military wisdom

To rule the world, first rule yourself.

Personal reflection

Enemies are made by weakness, not by strength.

Statesmanship observation

A good leader inspires, a great leader takes a lesson from the past.

Leadership saying

The empire's foundation is in justice and mercy.

Edict 1220

Unity is the strength that binds the tribes.

Proclamation 1206

Knowledge is the key to conquest.

Aphorism

Govern with wisdom, conquer with courage.

Statesmanship maxim

The horse is the wing of the warrior.

Military reflection

Peace comes from strength, not from weakness.

Diplomatic saying

A ruler must be feared and loved.

Governance advice

The past is a guide to the future.

Historical reflection

Loyalty is earned through fair rule.

Personal observation

In the council of war, silence is golden.

Strategic remark

The greatest victory is that which requires no battle.

Military philosophy