Machiavelli, Columbus Lands in the New World

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Chapter 12

Please respond to the following items:

  • What does Machiavelli gave to say about being loved rather that feared?
  • How does this view contrast with that of Erasmus on the characteristics of a good ruler?
  • Which view points do you consider more modern? Why?
  • Which view point do you think is correct? Why?

Chapter 13

What qualities evident in Elizabeth's speech would have endeared her to her listeners?

  • How was her popularity connected to the events of the late sixteenth century?
  • Would the members of Parliament have responded differently to a king? Why or why not?

  • Chapter 14

    Columbus Lands in the New World"

    • What evidence in Columbus’s comments suggest that his remarks were made mainly for public consumption and not just for the Spanish court? What elements in society might have responded to his statements, and why? How do Columbus’s comments about gold and the sovereigns reflect his dedication to the European monarchs ?
    • Spielvogel, Jackson, Western Civilization Volume 1: To 1715, 9th Edition, Cengage Learning

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    Machiavelli, Columbus Lands in the New World
    Chapter 12
    Machiavelli vs. Erasmus
    Machiavelli argues that it is better to be feared rather than being loved if a leader cannot
    achieve both concurrently. His assertion is based on two fundamental premises. First, subjects
    will continue to show their love for a ruler as long as that a motivation exists for that love.
    Secondly, the subjects will support a ruler whom they fear out of the fear of perceived
    consequences of failure to support the ruler. Erasmus, in sharp contrast, argues that a good ruler
    is the one who nurtures justice and unity of purpose. One can state with du...


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