Quote by Niccolo Machiavelli

There is no surer sign of decay in a country than to see the rites of religion held in contempt.

There is no surer sign of decay in a country than to see the

Summary

This quote means that when the practices and traditions of religion are disregarded and treated with contempt within a nation, it is a clear indication of deterioration in that society. It suggests that the disregard for religious rites reflects a decline in moral values, social cohesion, and a weakening of the spiritual fabric that holds a community together. This quote reminds us of the importance of religious freedom and the role that religion plays in maintaining the social and ethical foundations of a nation.

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Religion

By Niccolo Machiavelli

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