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What was Thomas Hobbes view of a social contract?
Thomas Hobbes be lived in no social contract what so ever. His theory stated that the origins of government came into being because humans were "brutal, nasty creatures" and that we were meant to be ruled. A social contract is an agreement, there is no agreement between the authority in this theory. It simply rules.
What role did salons play in the enlightenment?
Salons were absolutely crucial in spreading and popularizing the advancements and ideas of the Enlightenment. Wealthy women would sponser these gatherings so great thinkers such as John Locke and Thomas Hobbes could spread their political philosophy. Scientists could present their findings and writers could spread their words.
What were Thomas Hobbes beliefs about government?
Thomas Hobbes believed that the only way to create a government is to give the power and strength to one man... men will give up their right to governing oneself to this man. This is more than just giving up their individuality, it is the real unity of them all. This done, so united in one person, is called a commonwealth. was to demand the people's cooperation and to help the people solve common problems also to force the people to obey Exploration Individual worth all of the above
How were Hobbes and Locke and views different?
Hobbes's and Locke's views were different because,Locke believed that people have three natural rights Life, Liberty, Property. Hobbes on the other hand believed that people should give up their rights to the government so they could live in a safe and orderly way.
What is an incorrect statement anout thomas hobbes and john Locke?
John Locke argued that, just as it is impossible for a large planet to orbit around a small moon, so too was it impossible for the large American colonies to forever remain in the orbit of the small nation of Great Britain.
What did Thomas Hobbes write that was so important?
what did Thomas Hobbes write?
Did thomas hobbes have hobbes?
I am not sure,but i don't think so because it is just his last name.
Who quoted people are brutish so they need a strong ruler?
Thomas Hobbes
Who would say people are brutish so they need a strong ruler?
Thomas Hobbes
How did thomas hobbes influence american government?
Thomas Hobbes' theories on "The Social Contract" came before Locke's. Hobbes influenced him, that is why many experts or historians claim that Locke's ideas were "superior" and overall, more directly influential to virtually every democratic revolution following them. In reports, it is never sequenced as "Hobbes, in contrast to Locke...," it is always comparing Locke's ideas to Hobbes'.
Who said People are brutish so they need a strong ruler.?
Thomas Hobbes said people are brutish so they need a strong ruler.
What was Thomas Hobbes view of a social contract?
Thomas Hobbes be lived in no social contract what so ever. His theory stated that the origins of government came into being because humans were "brutal, nasty creatures" and that we were meant to be ruled. A social contract is an agreement, there is no agreement between the authority in this theory. It simply rules.
Was thomas hobbes a christian?
There is no absolute answer to this question. What is a true christian today? What was a true christian in Hobbes' lifetime. Is there a such thing as a true christian? Who says so, and are they an authority on the subject? Is it appropriate to judge Hobbes by today's standards or should the standards of his day be used? Too many questions, none with answers that are rooted in fact.
Was Thomas Hobbes a true Christian?
There is no absolute answer to this question. What is a true christian today? What was a true christian in Hobbes' lifetime. Is there a such thing as a true christian? Who says so, and are they an authority on the subject? Is it appropriate to judge Hobbes by today's standards or should the standards of his day be used? Too many questions, none with answers that are rooted in fact.
Why did Thomas hooker do that was so important?
thomas hooker founded conneticut
Do you think Thomas More's ideas apply to leaders today?
I think so
Why do you think the protections of rights was so important to Jefferson's ideas about the government?
Thomas Jefferson believed that one of the primary functions of government was to protect the rights of the people. Jefferson was significantly influenced by the ideas of john Locke, an English philosopher.
