How did thomas hobbes influence american government?

Answer 1

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'.

Answer 2

Owen first introduced Locke to the idea of religious freedom and the idea that people should not be punished for having different views on religion. He was deeply influenced by the writing of Rene Descartes, who proclaimed that all men possess ability to reason, much similar to Locke's beliefs

Answer 3

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.

Answer 4

Thomas Hobbes was an English philosopher who came up with the social contract theory. It establishes the relationship between the individual and the state. It influenced the Constitution.