Genghis Khan — "Man's highest joy is in victory: to conquer one's enemies, to pursue them, to de…"

Man's highest joy is in victory: to conquer one's enemies, to pursue them, to deprive them of their possessions, to make their beloved ones weep, to ride on their horses, and to embrace their wives and daughters.
Genghis Khan — Genghis Khan Medieval · Mongol Empire founder

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Another variation of his famous 'joy' quote, widely cited by historians.

Date: 13th century (approx.)

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