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Harvard Professor’s Masterclass on Machiavelli | Harvey Mansfield

Johnathan Bi

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Machiavelli's Christianity: Virtue vs. Cowardice

This chapter examines the intricate relationship between Christianity and political philosophy through Machiavelli's lens, highlighting the misinterpretation of religious teachings. It critiques the weakness of the church in unifying nations and argues for a more assertive understanding of Christian principles in the context of freedom and military defense.

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