Genghis Khan — "Man's greatest good fortune is to chase and defeat his enemy, capture his specif…"
Man's greatest good fortune is to chase and defeat his enemy, capture his specific possessions, enjoy his grief, and use his women and horses.
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Similar to the 'greatest joy' quote, variations exist in historical texts
Date: c. 1220s
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