To be merciful to the wicked is to be cruel to the virtuous. - Selim I

"To be merciful to the wicked is to be cruel to the virtuous."

Selim I Justice

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."

"Justice must always prevail."

"You think I'm just some animal?"

"Fighting for what's right never gets easier."

"Justice is worth fighting for."