Philosophize This! Episode #023 ... Machiavelli
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May 20, 2014 Dive into the tumultuous Renaissance, where the Church wielded immense power and Google Translate was sorely needed! unpack the misunderstood nature of virtue, revealing its subjectivity in politics and personal morality. Explore the seeds of the Protestant Reformation, fueled by disillusionment and a quest for personal faith. Discover Machiavelli's controversial stance on leadership, where stability trumps morality, and rulers must navigate the tightrope of being loved and feared. Engage with thought-provoking insights that challenge conventional wisdom!
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Medieval Worldview
- During the Middle Ages, people were told they were inherently sinful and reliant on the Church for salvation.
- This created a system where people relied on the Church's interpretation of Latin scriptures, hindering personal understanding.
Information Gap
- The Church's authority was questioned as people lacked access to scriptures and relied on potentially inaccurate interpretations.
- This information gap, coupled with societal problems, fueled skepticism towards the Church's teachings.
Church Corruption
- Corruption within the Church, including priests faking Latin readings and taking concubines, further eroded public trust.
- The Great Schism, with multiple popes vying for power, added to the perception of disarray and weakened the Church's authority.
