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Quote from Aristotle,


"A tyrant must put on the appearance of uncommon devotion to religion.
Subjects are less apprehensive of illegal treatment
from a ruler whom they consider god-fearing and pious."


By:

Aristotle (more quotes by Aristotle or books by/about Aristotle)


(384-322 BC) Greek philosopher

Source:

Politics, 343 B.C.

Categories:

Deception, Hypocrisy, Morals, Religion, Tyranny, Virtue

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