48 Laws Of Power

Question 1

What did Machiavelli say about trying to be good?

Answer 1

Any man who tries to be good all the time is bound to come to ruin among the great number who are not good.

Question 2

What is the 1st law of power?

Answer 2

Never outshine the master.
(The Stars in the Sky)
[make those firmly above you feel comfortably superior and appear more brilliant than they are. don’t go too far in displaying talents or you’ll fall victim to their fear and insecurity-let them shine instead. In any way you outshine them, seem the opposite. Make simple mistakes, ask for help, appear meager.]

Question 3

What is the 2nd law of power?

Answer 3

Never put too much trust in friends; learn how to use enemies
(Jaws of ingratitude)