Machiavelli's 'The Prince': Summary & Analysis

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  • @peterbellini6102
    @peterbellini6102 ปีที่แล้ว +258

    Good job. As Machiavelli allegedly said "'The reason Man does not learn from History is because History changes, but Man does not".

    • @ymmijchen9310
      @ymmijchen9310 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Omg this hits so hard

    • @peterbellini6102
      @peterbellini6102 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ymmijchen9310 So hard, so true

    • @nitinmittal213
      @nitinmittal213 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It is also the reason why history repeats itself

    • @shantishanti1949
      @shantishanti1949 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Happening in Israel/Palestine right now - history repeating - in the reverse and horrifically so. Marcus Aurelius said the greatest revenge is to not be like them.

    • @peterbellini6102
      @peterbellini6102 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@shantishanti1949 Kudos on Aurelius; the necessary, but unspoken truth, if you CAN NOT be like them.

  • @boeitnie1185
    @boeitnie1185 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    the fact that it's teachings still have resonance and relevance today is also a testimony to Machiavelli's wisdom because there is A LOT of truth to what he says. people intrinsically think the world is full of good, nice people but that's just their own ignorance making them not see beyond the facade of a couple of nice words and a smile

  • @omraizada8521
    @omraizada8521 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    The best explanation of 'The Prince' on youtube

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That is very kind of you to say: thank you. Very much appreciated.

  • @carlo6912
    @carlo6912 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    This book is unfortunately spot on. I was very naive when I started my corporate career 30 years ago but soon learned how backstabbing and dishonest most people are. Truly disgusting and shameful.

    • @faneeee3716
      @faneeee3716 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Everything is a power play

    • @DJK-cq2uy
      @DJK-cq2uy 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes...50 % of "people " are lower than maggots

    • @BingeThinker1814
      @BingeThinker1814 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It's hugely outdated compared to modern psychology, if you're using it to make realistic assessments of human nature tho. Useful book for philosophical inspiration, but don't take it seriously as science

    • @theswagger5386
      @theswagger5386 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@BingeThinker1814How is it outdated? Genuinely curious

    • @sad_wrangler8515
      @sad_wrangler8515 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      His book changed my mind. One part of me will always be drawn to the ideals of the Übermensch from Nietzsche, striving to be one against temptation and honor. However, I learned that you can be an idealist in our time, but one important rule is that people with no morals deserve no moral consideration, and it is better to strike first.

  • @LouielamsonTranNguyen
    @LouielamsonTranNguyen ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Absolutely 'The Prince' by Niccolo Machiavelli and its influence on political philosophy have had a significant impact on human society throughout history.

  • @LouielamsonTranNguyen
    @LouielamsonTranNguyen ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Reading Niccolò Machiavelli's book 'The Prince' allows us to explore the intersection between his timeless insights and the dynamics of human society throughout history.
    Thanks for sharing video.

  • @Crashing_CSS
    @Crashing_CSS 2 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    Never have I watched something this much composed and well-documented on such a mutli-dimensional topic-- great work ! Thank you

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That is a very kind thing to say. Thank you very much. I’m very pleased that you enjoyed the video and thank you for taking the time to comment.

    • @DJK-cq2uy
      @DJK-cq2uy 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wow😂

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  • @neetikarautela7710
    @neetikarautela7710 2 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    I have never commented on any video on TH-cam but your presentation compels me to do so. You've done a really great job with the explanation of The Prince. I truly appreciate your efforts. Helpful. Also, your voice is impressive. Bless you.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      That is very kind of you to say and I really appreciate your comments. I’m very pleased that you enjoyed watching. Thank you.

    • @xtreme813
      @xtreme813 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great summary.

  • @milesworkshop7159
    @milesworkshop7159 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    That was one of the best reviews on a book, with such amazing commentary, that I have ever seen. Dr. Aidan, this was the first video I have ever watched from your channel, but if the quality is this profound in every video than you have found yourself another true follower.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@milesworkshop7159 that is very kind of you to say. Thank you. I’m very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the videos and hope that you also enjoy some of the others I have posted. Thanks again.

  • @EnzoBlackburn
    @EnzoBlackburn ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The best explanation of 'The Prince' on youtube. Such an amazing presentation, visuals, and explanation!.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you - I'm very glad to hear that you enjoyed the video.

  • @jessrosefawkes2721
    @jessrosefawkes2721 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I’ve never read the prince. So I enjoyed watching this video, after watching your upload I’ve finally decided to actually order the book and read it this summer. So Thank you xxx

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's great to hear.

  • @RenataCantore
    @RenataCantore 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    Thank you for clearly explaining these concepts. I can see how Macchiavelli's writings have been the role model for leaders throughout history.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's great to hear, thank you.

  • @IIDeoL
    @IIDeoL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Amazing. And the Black Swan referece poppin in when 'unexpected events' is mentioned is a very nice touch

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s very kind of you to say: thank you. I’m pleased you enjoyed it and thanks for taking the time to comment. Much appreciated.

  • @BasilBabar1
    @BasilBabar1 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Excellent illustration! Perhaps, one of the most meaningful videos. Everything was placed elegantly!

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, thanks for the kind words!

  • @vladislavbondarenko5458
    @vladislavbondarenko5458 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Such an amazing presentation, visuals, and explanation!

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s very kind of you. Thank you. I’m pleased that you enjoyed it.

  • @sashikalasjain8393
    @sashikalasjain8393 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Very well articulated. Every important aspect of the book in its original sense is put across in a perfect manner. Keep up the great work. Simply in love with Machiavelli and his book the prince especially after watching your video. He is truly the “Galileo of politics”. A Fine Realist ,way ahead of his times.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's wonderful to hear. Thank you for letting me know.

  • @you-know-who9023
    @you-know-who9023 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for a great analysis and summary. I read Nic Mac's works years ago and found this to be a great refresher.
    It was good to point Mac was looking for a job which explains his fawning.
    I think it is also helpful if readers also keep in mind that Mac was working with what he knew which allows for optimism when we interpret it for our times.
    Many like to say that Stalin was being Machievellian with Roosevelt at Yalta and only Churchill daw through Stalin. May also be good for people to comsider whether or not FDR was actually fully aware. After all while Stalin would be FLATTERED to believe he was Machiavellian his regime and its descendants only was died a slow death over 45 years.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Very glad to hear that it was useful.

  • @YA-do2ol
    @YA-do2ol 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Taking a class called political values and ideas and we are reading this book. This video helped so much with getting me to understand what I was actually reading. Thanks:)

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Very glad to hear that!

    • @xhagast
      @xhagast ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All you need to understand human nature, politics and psychology is in Machiavelli's The Prince and Commentaries.

  • @astrid703
    @astrid703 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Listening to you outline The Prince reminded me of Dune and the machiavellian characters inhabiting it, both the "good" and the "bad." The Baron sends the Beast Rabban to subdue Arrakis and inspire fear, with the goal of replacing him with Feyd-Rautha, who will be seen as their rescuer. The Duke always strives to appear good, while scheming behind the scenes. He even copies the fox by seeing the trap laid for him by the Emperor. And Paul uses religion to manipulate the masses and does not shy away from violence and cruelty.

  • @xhagast
    @xhagast ปีที่แล้ว +29

    The Prince teaches that people are bad. But also teaches to rule well and with justice.

  • @MiasDad-ds2iv
    @MiasDad-ds2iv ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Just subscribed. What an amazing channel!! Really well made, well condensed video. Looking forward to binging the entire collection...

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's great to hear - thank you for letting me know.

  • @gargoylestories
    @gargoylestories ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video. What a great analysis. Thanks for making this video.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very pleased to hear that, thanks for letting me know.

  • @derinscarlat716
    @derinscarlat716 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    wow, we briefly learned of the term "machiavellian" when studying iago in othello, but I didn't realise there was so much to it! this is really interesting stuff

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That’s very kind of you to say and I’m glad that you enjoyed it.

  • @achilles-x4h
    @achilles-x4h 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    One of the best videos about the prince. Well done.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you!

  • @alfreds.3023
    @alfreds.3023 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    very well done. excellent explanations. you nailed it.
    need more like this!

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very glad to hear that - I am working on some new videos like this, so expect to see them in the coming months.

  • @vedastekambanda6697
    @vedastekambanda6697 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Clear , useful & down to earth summary - thank you.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you very much. That’s kind of you to say. I’m pleased you liked it.

  • @vickpena5265
    @vickpena5265 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    8th grade students thnk you for your well presented video.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for tour very kind words. I’m pleased that you and they found it useful.

  • @stefangabor5985
    @stefangabor5985 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You really got me interested in the book; I got to read it.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m really pleased to hear that. I hope you enjoy The Prince when you read it, and thank you for your kind words.

  • @stevenguevara2184
    @stevenguevara2184 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Like "Art Of War". Its a short read, concise. Jam packed with wisdom. Absolutely everyone should read it

    • @jessrosefawkes2721
      @jessrosefawkes2721 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I couldent agree more! I’ve read art of war but I haven’t actually read the prince yet, but after watching this video I’m defo guna read it this summer lol xx

  • @MotivatoryFinance
    @MotivatoryFinance ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you very much good Sir for such superb content. Liked and subscribed!

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's brilliant to hear - thank you for the support!

  • @Breakbeats92.5
    @Breakbeats92.5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It is important that we see the world not as it should be, but as it is. I could have saved myself a boatload of frustration and disappointment had I heard that earlier in life.

  • @nikolaifrasertarte
    @nikolaifrasertarte 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Firstly, thank you for compiling such a digestible summary and analysis of The Prince. Seriously, as a uni student with a sub-par lecturer, thank you. The only point I wanted to make is that (and I could be wrong and it's hardly a relevant point) The Prince was dedicated to Lorenzo de Medici, not Guiliano. Anyways, that's the only correction I had. Thank you for your amazing content!

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the kind words! Glad it was helpful.

  • @Uswesi1527
    @Uswesi1527 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    In conclusion, Machiavelli principles are , definitely , based on : Deceive ( anybody, regardless) , divide, destroy, and then , firmly, rule .

  • @ericm7564
    @ericm7564 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow! Very relevant to business and high corporate life, i read the Prince and other books later after i got scammed in an M&A deal, but having learnt i fought back like hell. This summary is absolutely amazing. Basically those who win are often cleverly ruthless 😆.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Definitely! Thanks for the kind words.

  • @ebrahimmohamed1273
    @ebrahimmohamed1273 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great rendition well presented. Now I know where the rot in the swamp of existential world politics originate from.

  • @lcmiracle
    @lcmiracle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you. I have read The Prince over a summer but unfortunately the examples he had given in the books and the wordings he had used to do so were too archaic for me to properly place them into a modern-day context I can properly reason with. I'm especially thankful for the walk-through of Cesare's case. As I grow older and more jaded, I must confess those text from the book all those years ago appears more and more poignant, as the nature of men reveals in full to me, and that Machiavelli's reading of people being correct is the foundation of his achievements in the past.

  • @richardque1036
    @richardque1036 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    His writing is relevant today, during yalta conference,roosevelt completely out manuever by stalin,roosevelt completely naive about the soviet position, this despite the warning by churchill,whom he never trust stalin,while stalin was an out and out machiavellian.by the time roosevelt realized he been duped by stalin,it was to late.

  • @Michelle-y3i
    @Michelle-y3i 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great summary. Great voice. Thanks!

  • @chic11000
    @chic11000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I think this video deserves more likes.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s very kind of you to say. Thank you and I’m very pleased that you enjoyed it.

  • @samueljohnson6416
    @samueljohnson6416 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much. Very succinct and concise. Well done.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you - glad it was helpful.

  • @harrykekgmail
    @harrykekgmail ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you. your efforts are consumed with gusto.

  • @kashishjaveri
    @kashishjaveri 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    really nice summary!

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you.

  • @Sayplatypus
    @Sayplatypus 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just read this today……Summary-
    -It’s harder to be a new prince.
    -Be a foxlion.
    -Be kinda feared, kinda loved and not hated.
    -You can emulate previous success but it’s subjective to circumstances.

  • @markstafford4015
    @markstafford4015 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very well done !!!

  • @shrek.2.on.dvd.
    @shrek.2.on.dvd. 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    i owe this video my life

  • @Cramhead43
    @Cramhead43 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I do agree with a lot of principles in The Prince.
    I’d like to add a corollary though, Call it “The Dauphin” instead. It’s from the French for prince, but it’s different insomuch that it creates a more powerful visual representation.
    Being aware of how great it is to breathe when you get the time to breathe above the waves/dumpster-fire of day-to-day life.
    Crush the enemies up front JUST the once to set an example and soon thereafter lay forth the crucial game plan according to the crystal dauphin.
    Selective cruelty is troublesome as a concept for me, but I understand that it is better to be respected. As a byproduct if a dauphin shows heistency in the wrong moments it will lead to problems.
    Property more then people sounds right, the public are quite fickle. If ye can make your word deep and valuable then respect can be earned through actions and words.
    People judging by eyes is fair, as they’re the gateway to the heart/spirit. Typically resolutions of issues is critical chess; Appear compassionate and build integrity, but become Richard the Lionheart to inspire with fear and rhetoric.

  • @elixir_jx
    @elixir_jx ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much! I appreciate this video a lot!

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's great to hear. Thanks for letting me know.

  • @helenorgarycrevonis2022
    @helenorgarycrevonis2022 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The book everyone must read and understand, the points were true than and same is true now.

  • @KomalSingh-cm8gc
    @KomalSingh-cm8gc ปีที่แล้ว +10

    We need more books like "The prince" that potrays different facets of real world.

    • @familiaworld1185
      @familiaworld1185 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The art of war

    • @noobnoob5072
      @noobnoob5072 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You can start by reading books by Chanakya. Machiavelli is nothing compared to this dude. Honestly It baffled that he's not more known.

  • @ericabirton5869
    @ericabirton5869 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very Well explained! And so Very True about human nature.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you.

  • @hiei29
    @hiei29 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love hearing your voice. Very soothing even if you're discussing murder 😊

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Very glad to hear that, thank you.

  • @gean2505
    @gean2505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You deserve more dude. I definitely will subscribe

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s very kind of you to say: thank you. Glad you enjoyed the video and thank you also for subscribing.

  • @michaelpearse5603
    @michaelpearse5603 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yep. This gets it right! Thank you!

  • @bie3256
    @bie3256 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Can I share it into facebook .. this must be understand by many

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Of course: I’m very happy for you to share a link on Facebook. Thank you. I’m pleased you found it interesting.

  • @MtemiBadravasha6434
    @MtemiBadravasha6434 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome

  • @daniellemclean8052
    @daniellemclean8052 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so good! whats the song?

  • @Uswesi1527
    @Uswesi1527 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Undoubtedly, but, definitely, Machiavelli derived his conclusions from actual studies and analysis of how Italy’s rulers ,firmly , controlled the country, and stayed in power for a long time.

  • @michael_deogratius7654
    @michael_deogratius7654 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice summary

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you - I'm glad you enjoyed it.

  • @futuristicavenger
    @futuristicavenger ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video is the best explanation of the prince .hands off to your efforts 👌 👌 👌

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's fantastic to hear. Thank you.

  • @JR01123
    @JR01123 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    "The weak are meat, and the strong do eat"...

  • @mdarshadurrahman9940
    @mdarshadurrahman9940 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can you please tell me the name of the background music in this video?

  • @dparis2172
    @dparis2172 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    “Is there some truth to what Machiavelli says about humanity?”
    Indeed, it is nigh irrefutable.

  • @evancematanda
    @evancematanda ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This guy is the true definition of a legend 🎉

  • @Genuinelycuri0us
    @Genuinelycuri0us 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    this is so great. thank you. I've always found Trump to be Machiavellian, and I think even more so now.

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That’s kind of you to say: thank you. I’m very pleased that you found it interesting.

    • @dr.derekrobinson1920
      @dr.derekrobinson1920 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Agreed, Trump is pretty based. I'm definitely voting for him this next go-around

    • @jimdiedrick8853
      @jimdiedrick8853 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      No one is flawless but Trump gets an A for his Machiavellian dealings with Putin, Kim Jong-un and in the Middle East. But he gets an F in his ability to surround himself with wise leaders.

    • @Genuinelycuri0us
      @Genuinelycuri0us 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jimdiedrick8853 I hear you.. but I think he directs his “Machiavellianess” towards his own government and people.
      He definitely played hardball with the Asian leaders, but curious how he was like that towards Putin? I feel like he was fairly respectful towards him, and dare I say friendly haha

    • @jimdiedrick8853
      @jimdiedrick8853 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@Genuinelycuri0us Appearing friendly toward those who you negotiate with is a winning strategy. Trump was criticized in the media for his friendly attitude toward both Putin and Kim Jung-un. But most of them don't appear to clever enough to understand the strategy.
      I think that Machiavelli approve of the idea of complementing Putin and then applying sanctions to Russia and selling missiles to the Ukrainians and would consider it a clever strategy. It seems to have worked better than his successor's strategy of insulting Putin and then attempting negotiate.

  • @TheSpaceflightGuy
    @TheSpaceflightGuy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is the background music?

  • @jensphiliphohmann1876
    @jensphiliphohmann1876 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It should be mentioned that Macchiavelli didn't like princes but rather a republic like the old Roman one.

  • @jayalta9851
    @jayalta9851 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks

  • @LazlosPlane
    @LazlosPlane ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I feel I've just explored the mind of Vito Corleone.

  • @alohaandchillohana
    @alohaandchillohana 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice voice. I was raised by war lords. This is was given to me to read in 2nd grade lol.

  • @fotisvon9943
    @fotisvon9943 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    it is a worldy way to live

    • @Jamhael1
      @Jamhael1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      But we live in the world, so we are inescapably bound to such rules.

  • @Bozojimmy
    @Bozojimmy ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The world was and still governed by fear and greed !

  • @gracetuliszewski9033
    @gracetuliszewski9033 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ❤thank you

  • @archivechannel839
    @archivechannel839 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    how do you edit these videos?

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@archivechannel839 I use Adobe’s After Effects.

  • @christophersnedeker
    @christophersnedeker หลายเดือนก่อน

    Some is decent practical advise, but more practical is this: what profit a man if he gain the whole world but loose his own soul?

    • @lauriew3517
      @lauriew3517 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The people of this world are wiser than the people who have the Light

  • @laman012
    @laman012 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The crux is this:
    If you desire to bring about a positive change, but are virtuous and fair, someone with less scruples will come along and dislodge you, leading to the rule of a tyrant.
    If you want to enact your virtuous ideals, you will have to use non-virtuous means in order to survive.
    See the world and humans as they are, not as you wish them to be.

  • @ernestojoseemmanuelquevedo5829
    @ernestojoseemmanuelquevedo5829 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So Machiavelli was a realist and a fortolding guy so he can achieve the best strategy to be a ruler so why do people think bad of him so much?

  • @navenrim9621
    @navenrim9621 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I watched this video 2 times, I slept both times. Let's see this time 😄

  • @daxdowding727
    @daxdowding727 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Guiliano was never the leader of Florence - it was his brother Lorenzo the Magnificent....

    • @jimdiedrick8853
      @jimdiedrick8853 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You have the wrong Giuliano in mind. This one was born in 1479, the one that you are thinking about was born in 1453 and was murdered young.

  • @bambamof5606
    @bambamof5606 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The book is the truth and I understand after being nice.

  • @vladvlog9677
    @vladvlog9677 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent summary. One comment though about ‘sexism’ and ‘misogyny.’ If he is this, then you need to provide reason and argument and not assume as self evident; because, contrarily, if he saw it as so, then it was self evident to him that women are fickle and submissive by nature. And many would still agree to this. Leave labelling, use of buzzwords and social propaganda to forums that target herd thinking.

  • @lovelyb3903
    @lovelyb3903 ปีที่แล้ว

    What are some of the things that he did that you didn’t agree with?

  • @michellemccarthy7836
    @michellemccarthy7836 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mazing kudus we are one 💖💯👑🙏💗💕🥰

  • @margotshields5658
    @margotshields5658 ปีที่แล้ว

    What translation is this from?

  • @novaplaya
    @novaplaya 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    you can still be deceived , lied to, and even see death before your own eyes, if you are a loved human. Either way you lose. Watch The GodFather. He was always so nice to everyone and very well known, powerful, and loved. However he still got shot and death.

  • @vitorfreitas1682
    @vitorfreitas1682 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    He wrote the book for Giuliano’s kin Lorenzo II, no?

  • @augustogiron9892
    @augustogiron9892 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No music in the back. Hard to follow

    • @DrAidan
      @DrAidan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Will keep that in mind in future videos.

    • @asmrnaturecat984
      @asmrnaturecat984 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Music is ok, just need to tone it down a bit

  • @marcus716
    @marcus716 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is what he is saying true though

  • @knighthawk2062
    @knighthawk2062 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro what did I just watch?! Lol this game looks awesome!

  • @johnhigson6206
    @johnhigson6206 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why on earth is there tinkle music in the background. Everything is become an entertainment.

  • @scooperleash_usa
    @scooperleash_usa 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Simply a behavior based on life experience. A Prince will not succeed in this type of advise if he hasn't experienced human behavior beyond their immediate borders

  • @mjfitzwater2915
    @mjfitzwater2915 ปีที่แล้ว

    Art of war Machiavelli

  • @troyeriepa557
    @troyeriepa557 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Generalissimo san Valentinois

  • @vcab6875
    @vcab6875 ปีที่แล้ว

    Baltasar Gracian wrote “Pocket Mirror for Heros”.
    Far better guide for overachievers.

    • @Toklat
      @Toklat ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Who?????

    • @vcab6875
      @vcab6875 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Toklat he is not for you

    • @Toklat
      @Toklat ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vcab6875 maybe you mean baltazar????

    • @vcab6875
      @vcab6875 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@Toklat Baltasar is the Spanish spelling.

  • @1330m
    @1330m ปีที่แล้ว

    Luther of the politics

  • @banksdin9198
    @banksdin9198 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    according to Jesus when becoming a leader SET AS AN EXAMPLE. when having a decision use your heart and not your head. these philosophies are so powerful and effective that I use it everyday and these philosophies have no lapses and mistakea that i know.

    • @jimdiedrick8853
      @jimdiedrick8853 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Personally I don’t think that Machiavelli’s philosophy is in conflict with Christianity, although many TH-cam presenters do. Rather, I think that he explains what works and sometimes it’s ugly. I know a Catholic priest and he told me that they all study Virtue Ethics in seminary and get into debates about the right thing to do. Discovering the right thing isn’t always obvious at first glance.

  • @highchamp1
    @highchamp1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mistakes (The Fox)
    You can be natural but don't make mistakes you can't cope with. (example today's Media)
    Let your enemies make mistakes and use it against them. (The Fox)
    You can lay traps (enemy to make a mistake) (For good reasons. See Cruelty) (The Fox)
    Virtuous
    Be virtuous but be wise. (THE REAL LESSON) otherwise you will fail.
    Good
    Surround yourself with good people (the only ones you can really rely on)
    Miserly (saving for war or disaster) that's when it really counts.
    Feared (strong in various ways)
    Hard but Fair (law) (The Lion)
    Cruelty (in Self preservation, Protection or Battle is Fair) (The Lion)
    Cruelty (at other times is questionable) today is just plain illegal.
    That's what I have learned.
    Republican ideology (but that's extra knowledge)

  • @maryannangros8834
    @maryannangros8834 ปีที่แล้ว

    Every president but Truman!

  • @beberivera7011
    @beberivera7011 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i genuinely wonder what happpened in Niccolo's life that made him thisi cynical and accurate?

    • @lauriew3517
      @lauriew3517 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Living in the middle ages

  • @markm.apostol3621
    @markm.apostol3621 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The one President I know in my lifetime that has a character of a Machiavellian is Former President Duterte of Philippines. He murdered thousands of drug addicts and cunning to those who want to jeopardize his governance especially in his term which makes him a feared by many and also love by millions because we respect what he did and now i understand that it is not cruelty it is compassion 😅.
    I am so behind of my time to realize this.

    • @imafilipino1287
      @imafilipino1287 ปีที่แล้ว

      kaso may kaso ngayon
      wawa naman lolo

  • @Lord_Machiavelli
    @Lord_Machiavelli 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How is the prince sexist? It seems lik common sense to me. I am a machiavellian, I do what must be done to achieve my aims regardless of cruelty. Compassion I care for not.