Akbar Professions : Mughal Emperor Born : October 14, 1542 Died : October 27, 1605 Browse All Authors Top 5 quotes by Akbar The world is a Bridge, pass over it, but build no houses upon it. He who hopes for a day, may hope for eternity; but the World endures but an hour. Spend it in prayer for the rest is unseen. Akbar bridges house world A monarch should be ever intent on conquest, lest his neighbours rise in arms against him. Akbar conquest arms should Learning is a plant that grows in all climes. Akbar learning grows plant Most worshippers of God are intent on the advancement of their own destiny, not on His worship. In India, no one has ever claimed to be a prophet. The reason is that claims to divinity are customary. Akbar destiny india hypocrisy It is best for ordinary men to have only one wife ! Akbar funny-marriage wife men Similar Authors Aurangzeb mughal-emperor Babur mughal-emperor Jahangir mughal-emperor All Authors