Rasputin

Russian mystic

Modern influential 88 sayings

Sayings by Rasputin

I am a simple peasant, and I do not understand these complicated matters.

c. 1910-1916 — Often used to deflect political questions from the Empress Alexandra.
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My voice is from God, and the Tsar must listen to me.

c. 1910 — Claim made to members of the Imperial Court.
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Drink and be merry, for tomorrow we die.

c. 1910s — A common saying attributed to him, reflecting his hedonistic lifestyle.
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I am not a saint, but I am not a devil either.

c. 1910s — Response to accusations of his immoral behavior.
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If I die, or if you desert me, in six months you will lose your son and your throne.

1916 — Prophecy made to Empress Alexandra.
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Kiss the icons, and you will be saved.

c. 1910s — Advice given to his followers.
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I am a holy man. I heal the sick and I pray for the Tsar.

c. 1910s — Self-description to those who questioned his role.
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There are no sins that cannot be forgiven, only sins that are not confessed.

c. 1910s — Teaching to his followers.
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Suffer, suffer, and you will be saved.

c. 1910s — Advice given to those seeking spiritual guidance.
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I am a lamp, and the Tsar is the sun. We need each other.

c. 1910s — Metaphor used to describe his relationship with Nicholas II.
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God is in everyone, even in the drunkard and the harlot.

c. 1910s — A theological point he often made, justifying his interactions with various people.
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The world is full of evil, but God is stronger.

c. 1910s — A common expression of his faith.
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I am a man of God, and I know what is good for Russia.

c. 1910s — Statement made to influence political decisions.
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Do not fear death, for it is the gateway to eternal life.

c. 1910s — Spiritual advice.
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The Tsar listens to me because I am a simple man.

c. 1910s — Explanation for his influence.
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I am the light in the darkness.

c. 1910s — Self-aggrandizing statement to his followers.
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There is no evil in me, only God's grace.

c. 1910s — Response to accusations of his depravity.
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The devil tempts me, but God protects me.

c. 1910s — Explanation for his survival of various attempts on his life.
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I have a gift from God, and I use it for the good of Russia.

c. 1910s — Justification for his involvement in politics.
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Do not trust anyone who tells you I am a fraud.

c. 1910s — Warning to his followers.
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