Peter the Great — "My 'good fortune' consisted in having received fifty blows when I was condemned …"
My 'good fortune' consisted in having received fifty blows when I was condemned to receive a hundred.
Get This Quote & Author's Image Illustrated On:
Click any product to generate a realistic preview (~30s). Up to 3 at a time.
More from Peter the Great
"I will have you to know that I will deprive you of the succession, as one may cut off a useless member."
"We are not here to play, but to work."
"I desire no fatigues, but only inclination, which even sickness itself cannot hinder."
"The greatest joy is to see my people prosper."
"I have no time for those who are idle."
Details
Reflection on a past punishment or hardship
Date: Unknown, 17th-18th century
Money & BusinessVerification
Unverifiable
Found in 1 providers: gemini
1 source checked