So far as I am concerned, I could not be accused of having set eyes, or having wished to set eyes, upon Darius’ wife: on the contrary, I have refused even to listen to those who spoke to me of her beauty.

This quote showcases Alexander the Great’s extraordinary discipline and respect for personal boundaries, especially in victory. Instead of indulging in the spoils of war, he consciously avoided even hearing about Darius’ wife’s beauty. His self-control illustrates the moral code he upheld even while conquering empires.