"As long as the sword does not come out of its cover, the herd of dogs won't disperse"
~Ottoman Sultan-Caliph Mahmud II
(Reign 1808--1 July 1839) Bhumika
This quote by Ottoman Sultan-Caliph Mahmud II metaphorically suggests that threats alone are often not enough to solve problems; decisive action must sometimes be taken to achieve the desired result. It implies that mere intimidation or the potential for force will not necessarily deter or disperse opposition (the "herd of dogs") without actual demonstration or use of power (the "sword coming out of its cover"). This reflects Mahmud II's approach to governance and his efforts to reform and centralize the Ottoman Empire during his reign.
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