Influential Philosophers Social 30 Related Issue 1 Philosophers

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Influential Philosophers Social 30 Related Issue 1

Influential Philosophers Social 30 Related Issue 1

Philosophers profoundly impacting and shaping western ideologies….

Philosophers profoundly impacting and shaping western ideologies….

Thomas Hobbes (1588 -1679) Human nature is characterized by fear, violence and dangerous self-interest

Thomas Hobbes (1588 -1679) Human nature is characterized by fear, violence and dangerous self-interest (extreme individualism) English philosopher who lived during the English Civil War Solution: everyone gives freedom up to one person (monarch or dictator) Need security more than we need freedom

John Locke (1632 -1704) Wrote on individual rights which became key ideology of liberalism

John Locke (1632 -1704) Wrote on individual rights which became key ideology of liberalism Rejected the Divine Right of Kings – power resting with God and the king. Source of power was with people themselves. People are rational, intelligent, and reasonable. Gov’t action needed to be justified by popular consent Gov’t exists to protect life, liberty and property.

Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712 -1778) Wanted to strip humans of aspects of wealth and influence

Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712 -1778) Wanted to strip humans of aspects of wealth and influence in society People are inherently good and have been corrupted by civilization and society Swiss philosopher interested in the common good. Believed private property and ownership of land led to jealousy and corruption Humans are naturally free and equal “Man is born free; and everywhere he is in chains” Opposed representative democracy-citizens should make laws

Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau… • Task: Choose which philosopher you agree with the most and

Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau… • Task: Choose which philosopher you agree with the most and give evidence to support your position. Write a brief statement of your opinion. Choose which philosopher you agree with the least and give evidence to support your position. Write a brief statement of your opinion. Be prepared to discuss your reasons in small groups.

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