Aristotle — "A tyrant must put on the appearance of uncommon devotion to religion. Subjects a…"

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. On the other hand, they do less easily move against him, believing that he has the gods on his side.
Aristotle — Aristotle Ancient · Philosopher, logic, natural science

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Aristotle, Politics 5.11, 1314b

Date: c. 350 BCE

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