"Winners are not judged" - who said this phrase

Among human relationships, the dominant factor is important. Since childhood, a person has formed the desired status of the winner, which he seeks for his whole life. Not always victory is the result of decent conduct and honest rules. Each of us repeatedly heard the expression: "Winners are not judged." Who said this phrase, which became winged?

Properties of phraseological units

In the Russian language there are phraseological units - stable phrases that impart an emotional color to speech. The peculiarity of these combinations is the indivisible integrity of the expression. If you try to rearrange the words of the phrase in places, the common sense of stable speech turns out to be lost. Often the meaning of these expressions is lost when translated into another language.

The meaning of phraseology

Each phraseological turnover has its own specific meaning. In this case, the expression means: to the winner there can be no questions as to how the victory was achieved. Achieved success is not criticized. The one who said: "Winners are not judged", had in mind: "Victory, there is a victory!".

However, this claim can be challenged: not always the winner is right, the strength of the parties can be simply unequal. The thesis, which became a motto for some individuals, can lead to immoral or even criminal acts.

Phrase of Catherine II

There are several versions of the origin of this winged thesis. It is believed that the Empress Catherine the Great, who reigned in the 18th century - the author of the phrase "Winners do not judge". Who said that this is the words of Catherine II, is unknown. Mention of this case in official documents by researchers was not found. Presumably, this expression is the Empress's resolution on the complaint of General-Field Marshal PA. Rumyantsev. The document, which the field-marshal sent to the queen, was informed of the unauthorized capture of commander Suvorov A.V. Turkish fortress Turtukay. Rumiantsev's particular indignation, in addition to disobeying the commander-in-chief's orders, caused the enemy's numerical superiority and the time of the assault: night. This situation has remained unconfirmed and rightly refuted by historians. For bravery and courage after that battle, General A.V. Suvorov was awarded the cross of St. George 2 nd degree.

Epaminondas and Thebans

This phrase was already popular in ancient Greece. In the lawsuit of the capital of Upper Egypt, Thebes, in 389 BC there is a phrase "Winners do not judge". Who said, but rather wrote - is indicated in the old document. The military commander and political figure Epaminondu was charged with violating the law against exceeding the established term of power. Because of the war with Sparta, his reign continued for four months more than expected. As soon as peace was established in Greece, the politician immediately relinquished all his powers voluntarily. At the trial Epaminondas did not deny the guilt and said that he was ready to incur severe punishment through death. The court recognized the rightness of the commander. The just decision in this case - "the winners are not judged", was taken under the influence of his services to the city and under the impression of competent military orders that brought victory.

It is known that languages are formed over a long period of time. In our rich language there is a large number of volatile expressions, in most cases authorship is difficult to establish. Who said the phrase "Winners do not judge" - can only guess. A lot of versions explaining its origin, to check for authenticity will no longer be possible. It remains to enjoy the greatness of the mighty Russian language, and remember - "Winners are not judged". Who said this first - not so important.