Did Vlad the Impaler really say 'I will make them fear me more than they fear God.'?

Vlad the Impaler Quote Source & Citation:

I will make them fear me more than they fear God.

— Vlad the Impaler Contemporary · Dracula inspiration, brutal ruler

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"The blood of my enemies nourishes my land."

"Let their screams be a warning."

"I will crush all who stand against me."

"I will make an example of those who oppose me."

"Their suffering will be my pleasure."

Allegedly said concerning his enemies, but direct source is elusive.

Date: c. 1458

Biblical

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