Qin Shi Huang — "The common people are but instruments of the state. Their purpose is to serve th…"
The common people are but instruments of the state. Their purpose is to serve the empire.
Get This Quote & Author's Image Illustrated On:
Click any product to generate a realistic preview. Up to 3 at a time.
* Initial load can take up to 90 seconds — revising the preview in another color is nearly instant.
Kitchen
Apparel
Other
More from Qin Shi Huang
"Let the land be divided and measured, and let taxes be collected with precision. For the empire thrives on order."
"I will not tolerate dissent. The unity of the empire depends on absolute obedience."
"The scholars of the past speak only of what was; they do not understand what is to be. Their books are a hindrance, not a help."
"Let the memory of the Warring States be erased. Only the glory of the Qin Dynasty shall remain."
"The heavens have chosen me. My mandate is undeniable."