Quotes from Saladin

If you want to destroy any nation without war, make adultery or nudity common in the young generation.

I warn you against shedding blood, indulging in it and making a habit of it, for blood never sleeps.

Regard the Franj! Behold with what obstinacy they fight for their religion, while we, the Muslims, show no enthusiasm for waging holy war.

I have become so great as I am because I have won men's hearts by gentleness and kindliness.