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It is much better to be feared than loved for the purpose of retaining authority owing to dread of punishment.

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Who said it's better to be feared than loved?

It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both. ... Niccolo Machiavelli


What does its better to be feared than loved mean?

It simply means it's better to be feared than loved. Some like to be feared more because when someone fears a person they usually are to scared of them to fight back. But it's more of an opinion because some people would rather be loved


Who said you would rather be feared than loved?

Niccolo Machiavelli


What did Machiavelli mean when he said it is much safer to be feared than loved?

no it's not!....being lovedd is way more important than being feared. yeah fear =respect but no love= being lonely....everyone needs love


What was the name of the book published in the early 16th century that is famous for asserting that a leader should be both loved and feared but it is safer to be feared than loved?

The book is called "The Prince" and was written by Niccolò Machiavelli in the early 16th century. It is a political treatise that explores the dynamics of power and leadership, advocating for a ruler to be both loved and feared, but suggesting that it is safer to be feared to maintain control.


Was Cleopatra loved or feared in Egypt?

Both, some feared her, some loved her. I'm sorry my answer wasn't very detailed.


Why did Machiavelli believe that it is better for a prince to be feared than be loved?

He believed this because if the people of the town/city loved him, they may get comfortable with him and not do the work they are assighned to


How was Queen Elizabeth I not machiavellian?

she did lots of things but still a good queen


Was Anubis feared or loved?

A little of both.


Why does Machiavelli say that it is better for a prince to be both loved and feared?

Machiavelli latently presents idea that the power of the leader depends more on the qualities of the man than on the will of god. That´s the matter. Loved and feared qualities need theirs limits the same way as anything else in social relations.


What characteristic did Machiavelli believe a ruler must have?

Machiavelli believed that a ruler must be both feared and loved, but if they cannot be both, it is better to be feared than loved. He also emphasized the importance of being cunning, adaptable, and willing to act ruthlessly when necessary to maintain power.


Does machiavelli think that prince should prefer to be loved or feared?

According to Machiavelli, he writes, "The answer of course, that it would be best to be both loved and feared." He wants the best of both!