Perspectives on government have long been subjective, depending on culture, environment, and ideologies. Whether it is the belief in the divine legitimacy in government, a citizen’s obligational duty to support and believe in their government, or the likelihood of corruption induced by greed; perspectives on governmental agencies differ. However, some flaws in government are apparent and are equally held by many. These flaws include the corruption in government, the lack of faith concerning a government’s actions, and the dangers of lacking support from its citizens. In timeless texts such as Sallust, The Bible, and The Analects, varied concerns and opinions are expressed concerning the very issue of government.
Throughout the readings within The Analects, Confucius discusses many topics of interest, one of them being government. Often Confucius promotes the idea of leading by example. He says that the best way to govern a people is to promote and reward those who do good deeds and follow the laws while punishing those who do not follow the example the government. As long as the government steers away from corruption, their people should prosper according to Confucius. “Lead the people with administrations and …show more content…
Throughout this account, the story of Catiline’s attempts at seizing control of the government is told. One can see that the government in place “[maintained] that they were defending the rights of the commons, others that they were upholding the prestige of the senate; but under pretense of the public welfare each in reality was working for his own advantage” (Sallust). This further demonstrates the level of corruption within government. Catline’s conspiring against the government is a perfect example of a lack of respect towards government, which Confucius states is the more important than sufficient food for their people and enough military
Throughout the readings within The Analects, Confucius discusses many topics of interest, one of them being government. Often Confucius promotes the idea of leading by example. He says that the best way to govern a people is to promote and reward those who do good deeds and follow the laws while punishing those who do not follow the example the government. As long as the government steers away from corruption, their people should prosper according to Confucius. “Lead the people with administrations and …show more content…
Throughout this account, the story of Catiline’s attempts at seizing control of the government is told. One can see that the government in place “[maintained] that they were defending the rights of the commons, others that they were upholding the prestige of the senate; but under pretense of the public welfare each in reality was working for his own advantage” (Sallust). This further demonstrates the level of corruption within government. Catline’s conspiring against the government is a perfect example of a lack of respect towards government, which Confucius states is the more important than sufficient food for their people and enough military