As-Saffah quotes

When forbearance is mischievous, to pardon is weakness. (As-Saffah)
Al-Suyuti, History of The Caliphs, Translated by Major H. S. Jarrett, Calcutta (India), 1881. View quote
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Verily they are the basest and meanest of men who account avarice prudence, and clemency ignoble. View quote
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As power becomes great, concupiscence grows less. View quote
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It is rare that bounty is given unasked but a just claim is destroyed thereby. View quote
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Patience is praiseworthy save in what prejudices the faith or renders sovereignty contemptible, and moderation is commendable except at the season of opportunity. View quote
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