To understand beauty, one must first understand the darkness... - Selim I

"To understand beauty, one must first understand the darkness from which it emerges."

Selim I Beauty

Military Sultan Ottoman 1470–1520

More from Selim I

"The conquest of Constantinople is the conquest of the world."

"A ruler must be swift in decision and firm in execution."

"The sword is the language of kings."

"To rule is to serve those beneath you."

"Beauty comes in many forms."

"Beauty comes from within."

"True beauty lies in authenticity."

"Beauty exists in the most unexpected places."