Quote Originally Posted by Really Clark? View Post
The wisdom that can learned from Machiavelli is to set your beliefs and treatment of others opposite from his teachings and you will live a much more fulfilled, happy and honored life. And if you have a Christian based walk it runs contrary to what he advocates and must discard much of his leanings for God's teachings. The philosphies of how to deal with politics are opposite from each other.
You are absolutely correct in the teachings of Machiavelli when you compare it to the tenants of Christainity. However, my experiences in life have proven that this Machiavellian principle holds true in this word. Perhaps God will utilmate punish the world who mistreat others for personal gain. Indeed it is the root of my Christain hope. But one would have to admit that the Bamas, LSUs and UMs of this world are getting ahead. Furthermore, MSU is not free of sin, we are just committing them on a level that makes us guilty but not effective. Hugh justifies...he's helping the needy!