66 points by georgecmu 2 days ago | 15 comments
WillAdams 2 days ago
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40718726-genghis-khan-an...
Brajeshwar 1 day ago
He promoted individuals based on their abilities rather than their noble birth. This improved the efficiency of his military forces and fostered deep loyalty among his generals and soldiers. Under Genghis Khan’s direction, the Mongol army became a highly disciplined and fearsome force capable of overcoming any challenge.
Another surprise of that time was that he promoted religious tolerance within his empire, allowing people of different faiths—Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, or shamanist—to practice their religion freely. This was a pragmatic approach, as it helped to prevent rebellion and fostered loyalty among the diverse peoples under his rule. Under his leadership, the Mongol Empire became a cosmopolitan and multi-ethnic empire connected by trade routes and shared economic interests.
1. https://brajeshwar.com/#books
2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genghis_Khan_and_the_Making_of...
teytra 20 hours ago
It is the monotheists that has problems with other religions.
hangonhn 2 days ago
If anyone else know of similar books about the Mongols, I would love to check them out.
Thanks in advance!
squeegee_scream 2 days ago
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churchill 2 days ago
Also, about Subotai: Genghis Khan’s Greatest General: Subotai the Valiant [1]
And, finally Timur: Tamerlane: The Earth Shaker [2], Tamerlane: Sword of Islam, Conqueror of the World [3].
[0] https://www.amazon.com/Mongol-Conquests-Military-Operations-... [1] https://www.amazon.com/Genghis-Khans-Greatest-General-Subota... [2] https://www.amazon.com/Tamerlane-Earth-Shaker-Harold-Lamb-eb... [3] https://www.amazon.com/Tamerlane-Sword-Islam-Conqueror-World...
hangonhn 18 hours ago
I wish there was a way to buy you a cup of coffee or a bear via HN or a link (let me know if there is!)
churchill 17 hours ago
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