Machiavelli advises those in power that “fear preserves you by a dread of punishment which never fails.” What point is he trying to make? Do you think modern democratic leaders follow Machiavelli’s advice? If you do, describe one. If not, explain why such a philosophy cannot work in a true democracy

What are similar in christian and buddhist teaching about women? that women are of equal value as men in society. that women should honor their husbands and stay true to them. that both women and men must speak kindly and value others. that women must always obey men. that their husbands should control what they say and do.