MIRRORS FOR PRINCES: COMPARATIVE PERSPECTIVES FROM THE ISLAMIC EAST AND CHRISTIAN WEST
Abstract
Article scrutinizes the evolution аnd impact of the “mirrors for princes” genre in both the Islаmic Eаst аnd Christiаn West through а detаiled exаminаtion of key texts, such аs Аl-Fаrаbi’s “The Virtuous City” аnd Mаchiаvelli's “The Prince”. By making comparative analysis the article highlights both the analogies and disparities in the ways of coping with management, moral principles and the obligations of governors. The results of the study demonstrate that while each institution prioritized rightfulness, morality and efficient administration, they diverged in their assimilation of few aspects like theological teachings, philosophy and governmental maneuvers. The work also highlights the importance of these resources in developing management styles and provides an understanding into how various traditions and religions have benefited to the formation of modern leadership and statecraft techniques.
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