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“Long before the empire had reached its greatest extent, the Romans were bored by it.”

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Book:The Corrupt Society: From Ancient Greece to Present-Day America

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The Corrupt Society: From Ancient Greece to Present-Day America

This book delves into the historical roots of corruption, tracing its evolution from ancient Greek society to the modern political landscape of the United States. It examines various forms of corruption, their impact on governance, and the challenges faced in combating such issues across different eras. more

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Robert Payne was a British novelist known for his profound insights into historical and mystical themes. His works often blend historical backgrounds with supernatural elements, enjoying great popularity among readers. more

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“Historically the first philosopher to enquire deeply into the nature of corruption in society was Ibn Khaldun (1322-1406), whose wandering life was largely spent in the northern littoral of Africa at a time when kingdoms and sultanates were crumbling.”

Firsts Philosopher Corruption Kingdoms Wander Crumbling

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“It is almost a general rule that nations do not decline gradually. Instead they fall abruptly from their greatest heights.”

Fall Nations Height Decline

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“Uncorrupted man, with God's blessing, advances across the fields of the universe as though he were walking down a country lane.”

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Source: The Corrupt Society: From Ancient Greece to Present-Day America

“Throughout the history of Christianity, there had been a core of belief that man was not doomed to be everlastingly corrupt.”

Men Belief Christianity Core Doomed

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“All is forgiven to kings and popes. History grants them immunity, even a full pardon, even when they admit their crimes and glory in them.”

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“Nietzsche's accomplishment is that he permits us to see corruption from the inside.”

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“A totalitarian dictatorship cannot explain; it can only suppress.”

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“Fragmentation occurs when a civilization is in decline.”

Civilization Decline Fragmentation

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Source: The Corrupt Society: From Ancient Greece to Present-Day America

“Naked power has its limitations, since power is a generator of corruption and corruption in its turn tends to dilute the effectiveness of power.”

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Source: The Corrupt Society: From Ancient Greece to Present-Day America

“Corrupt men are always liars. Lies are their instruments, their pleasure, their solace. In time they come to believe their lies, or rather to half-believe them.”

Men Believe Lying Pleasure Half Instruments Liars Solace

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Source: The Corrupt Society: From Ancient Greece to Present-Day America