Advices of the Sakhibkiran
Today marks the 689th anniversary of the birth of Sahibkiran Amir Timur. On this occasion, we would like to share with you a collection of his wise words and advice.
Power is in justice.
Do not fear the enemy, fear the hypocrite.
Even a sharp sword does not cut its own hilt.
A life without honor is worse than an honorable death.
A strong arm will defeat one, but great knowledge will defeat thousands.
Even if your mouth is filled with blood, do not spit in front of the enemy.
He who holds a sword does not seek excuses.
In battle, victory and defeat are hidden beneath the veil of fate.
The speaker may be a fool, but the listener must be wise.
The ability to forgive is courage, the inability to forgive is cowardice.
What a hundred thousand horsemen cannot do, one right strategy can achieve.
Even the tallest tower begins from the ground.
A person who has gained status and power forgets their promises.
A person who has betrayed once will surely betray again.
Courage is patience in the face of danger.
I fear only those who possess four qualities: envy, greed, gluttony, and pride.
If anyone doubts our power, let them look at the buildings we have constructed.
The enemy laughs when they know your secret.
Vanity brings a person down, but pride leads to ruin.
I hold the entire world in my hands, but I cannot take it with me.