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Old 08-14-2007, 04:30 PM   #1
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In what ways do machavelli's guildlines for leadership depart from or violate Christian ethics??/


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In what ways do machavelli's guildlines for leadership depart from or violate Christian ethics??/


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Well, one main argument would be that Machiavelli sees faith as a weakness. Religion, he says, is a tool that the prince must use to control the masses.
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