Leviathan
Thomas Hobbes
Oct 2018 · Otbebookpublishing
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Leviathan or The Matter, Forme and Power of a Common-Wealth Ecclesiasticall and Civil—commonly referred to as Leviathan—is a book written by Thomas Hobbes (1588–1679) and published in 1651 (revised Latin edition 1668). Its name derives from the biblical Leviathan. The work concerns the structure of society and legitimate government, and is regarded as one of the earliest and most influential examples of social contract theory. (Wikipedia)
Leviathan or The Matter, Forme and Power of a Common-Wealth Ecclesiasticall and Civil—commonly referred to as Leviathan—is a book written by Thomas Hobbes (1588–1679) and published in 1651 (revised Latin edition 1668). Its name derives from the biblical Leviathan. The work concerns the structure ...
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Thomas Hobbes (1588-1679) was a seminal English philosopher whose ideas have profoundly shaped modern political thought. Born in Westport, Wiltshire, Hobbes lived through a tumultuous period marked by the English Civil War, which deeply influenced his worldview. He was educated at Oxford and later became a tutor to the Cavendish family, which provided him access to the intellectual elite of his time.Hobbes is best known for his pioneering work in political philosophy, where he introduced the concept of the social contract, arguing that individuals consent, either explicitly or implicitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of a ruler in exchange for protection of their remaining rights. This was a revolutionary idea that laid the groundwork for modern theories of governance and civil society.Hobbes was a controversial figure, often clashing with both Royalists and Parliamentarians. His materialist view of human nature, which posited that all human actions are driven by self-interest and the desire for self-preservation, was seen as radical and even heretical by some of his contemporaries. His assertion that religion should be subordinate to civil authority sparked fierce debates and earned him both admirers and detractors.Despite the controversies, Hobbes' influence on contemporary writers and thinkers is undeniable. His ideas have been foundational to the development of liberal political theory and have influenced a wide range of philosophers, from John Locke to Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Hobbes' work continues to be a touchstone in discussions about the nature of human society, governance, and the balance between order and freedom.
Thomas Hobbes (1588-1679) was a seminal English philosopher whose ideas have profoundly shaped modern political thought. Born in Westport, Wiltshire, Hobbes lived through a tumultuous period marked by the English Civil War, which deeply influenced his worldview. He was educated at Oxford and late...
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