How did Machiavelli's idea of a good ruler differ from that of medieval philosophers?

A. Medieval philosophers believed a ruler should be most concerned with taking over other countries; Machiavelli argued that a ruler should only worry about his own country.

B. Medieval philosophers believed the church leaders should be the only rulers in a country; Machiavelli believed church leaders were not capable of ruling.

C. Medieval philosophers believed a ruler should base his actions on Christian principles; Machiavelli argued that a ruler should do whatever is necessary to secure and unite his state.

D. Medieval philosophers believed a ruler should be ruthless and fearless; Machiavelli believed leaders should be compassionate and kind above all else.

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10 May, 19:47

How did Machiavelli's idea of a good ruler differ from that of medieval philosophers?

A. Medieval philosophers believed a ruler should be most concerned with taking over other countries; Machiavelli argued that a ruler should only worry about his own country.

B. Medieval philosophers believed the church leaders should be the only rulers in a country; Machiavelli believed church leaders were not capable of ruling.

C. Medieval philosophers believed a ruler should base his actions on Christian principles; Machiavelli argued that a ruler should do whatever is necessary to secure and unite his state.

D. Medieval philosophers believed a ruler should be ruthless and fearless; Machiavelli believed leaders should be compassionate and kind above all else.

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Harley Griffin · Answer 1

Option C is correct. As Christianity considered modesty as a virtue and decision-making based on imaginary ideals, Machiavelli believed that pride, ambition and glory suited best for leaders. It is better to be feared than to be loved. Machiavelli thought that a leader must consider political convenience and use every means, moral or not, to reach the ends.