The 10 Commandments (Secular vs. Biblical)

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The 10 Commandments of Power typically refer to unwritten rules or principles for acquiring, maintaining, and exercising power—popularized in modern contexts by books like The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene. These commandments are not universally codified, but they often include ideas like:

  1. Never outshine the master.
  2. Conceal your intentions.
  3. Always say less than necessary.
  4. Guard your reputation.
  5. Court attention at all costs.
  6. Crush your enemy totally.
  7. Use selective honesty and generosity.
  8. Make others depend on you.
  9. Win through actions, never argument.
  10. Plan all the way to the end.

These reflect a Machiavellian view of power—strategic, manipulative, and pragmatic.

Relationship to the Biblical 10 Commandments

The Biblical 10 Commandments (Exodus 20) are moral laws given by God to Moses, including:

  1. No other gods before Me
  2. No idols
  3. Don’t misuse God’s name
  4. Keep the Sabbath
  5. Honor your parents
  6. Don’t murder
  7. Don’t commit adultery
  8. Don’t steal
  9. Don’t lie
  10. Don’t covet

These commandments promote ethical behavior, social harmony, and reverence for God.

Key Differences & Intersections

  • Ethics vs Strategy: Biblical commandments are moral absolutes. Power commandments are situational tactics.
  • Altruism vs Self-interest: The Bible emphasizes duty to others and God. Power rules prioritize personal advantage.
  • Spiritual vs Secular: Biblical laws are spiritual foundations. Power commandments are often amoral or manipulative.

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Sasa mnaeza mrudi huko wangapi threads muangalie uchi wa wanawake. Noogles.

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