This is a chapter which talks about of cruelty and mercy, and whether it is better to beloved than to be feared or the contrary. It seems to be like this is an outstanding instructional pamphlet for any individual who has stayed in power for a long time.
In the first instant it seems like the prince must be loved, however in order to keep control of power some level of cruelty must be shown. How and why? To make the army stronger. In those times the army had to be kept strong and loyal since it was an essential element to maintain power.
So basically a prince or ruler must be loved, but also feared, so that invaders would not take his principality easily. Just as it is now, the ruler must be in control of their principality and be loved, but he has to be taken seriously. Like some dictators who apparently are loved by their nation and feared outside. Again, the case of North Korea, where the inhabitants of North Korea love him, weep his death, but outside he is hated and feared.
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