Among human relationships, an important place is occupied by the dominance factor. From childhood, a person forms the desired status of a winner, to which he aspires all his life. Winning is not always the result of decent behavior and honest rules. Each of us has repeatedly heard the expression: "Winners are not judged." Who said this catch phrase?
Properties of phraseological units
In the Russian language there are phraseological units - stable phrases that give an emotional coloring to speech. A feature of these combinations is the indivisible integrity of the expression. If you try to rearrange the words of the phrase in places, the general meaning of stable speech turns is lost. Often the semantic load of these expressions is lost when translated into another language.
The meaning of phraseology
Each phraseological phrase has its own specific meaning. In this case, the expression means: there can be no questions to the winner about how the victory was achieved. Successes are not criticized. The one who said: “Winners are not judged,” meant: “Victory, there is victory!”.
However, this statement can be disputed: the winner is not always right, the forces of the parties can be simply unequal. The thesis, which has become the motto for some individuals, can lead to immoral or even criminal acts.
Phrase Catherine II
There are several versions of the origin of this winged thesis. It is believed that Empress Catherine the Great, who reigned in the 18th century, is the author of the phrase "Winners are not judged." Who said that these are the words of Catherine II, is unknown. Mention of this case in official documents was not found by researchers. Presumably, this expression is the empress’s resolution to the complaint of Field Marshal P.A. Rumyantsev. The document, which the field marshal sent for consideration to the tsarina, reported information about the unauthorized capture of commander A.V. Suvorov Turkish fortress Turtukay. Rumyantsev’s particular indignation, in addition to disobeying the order of the commander-in-chief, caused the numerical superiority of the enemy and the time of the assault: night. This situation has remained unconfirmed and is rightly refuted by historians. For courage and courage after that battle, General A.V. Suvorov was awarded the cross of St. George, 2nd degree.
Epaminondas and Thebans
This phrase was already popular in ancient Greece. In a lawsuit in Thebes, the capital of Upper Egypt, in 389 BC, the phrase "Winners are not judged." Who said, but rather wrote, is indicated in the old document. The military commander and politician Epaminond was charged with violating the law against exceeding the established term of power. Due to the war with Sparta, his rule lasted four months more than expected. As soon as peace was established in Greece, the politician immediately withdrew all his powers voluntarily. At the trial, Epaminondas did not deny guilt and said that he was ready to suffer severe punishment through death. The court recognized the correctness of the commander. A fair decision in this case - “the winners are not judged” was made under the influence of his merits to the city and under the impression of competent military orders that brought victory.
It is known that languages are formed over a long time. In our rich language, there are a large number of volatile expressions, in most cases authorship is difficult to establish. Who said the phrase "Winners are not judged" - one can only guess. Many versions explaining its origin cannot be verified for authenticity. It remains to enjoy the greatness of the mighty Russian language, and remember - "Winners are not judged." Who said this first is not so important.