Now since we now know who is who, lets discuss who's philosophy would work best in our country. Some of you may agree with what I'm about to say and some of you may have a different opinion, or just flat out disagree with me. Enough talk, in the United states John Locke's Philosophy would be the best fitting in the USA. Why you may ask? Well let me explain to you why.
I wouldn't agree with Hobbes Philosophy to much, since we live in a country where everyone has a voice, and everyone can, and will be heard. With that being said John Locke's Philosophy is the best fitting since Locke focuses more on people have there rights, and that they cannot be taken away. John does believe that we should progress to make the nation better, but he is more for the public. For example, Less than 100 years after Locke wrote his Two Treatises of Government, Thomas Jefferson used his theory in writing the declaration of independence. John Locke's beliefs can fit in with President Donald Trump and the USA, not because of Trump himself, but how the USA runs. Since the US gained independence, we see that the people have a voice, and that they are being heard. Locke's philosophy was more open to the people, and that the power can be shared among others.
Others wouldn't agree with Locke's philosophy being the best fitting for the country, and they would say that Hobbes's Philosophy is best fitting because it's more centralized, and more strict. They would point out saying like it would prevent disputes, threats, war, etc. Here's the catch if we have one person in complete power he/she would put there beliefs out and force others to follow it, which would lead to many people arguing, or fighting against there belief if they don't follow there beliefs. Look I'm not saying that Hobbes's philosophy is bad, or that i'm completely against it. It just wouldn't fit in our country, it may work in some other country but not here in the USA. I like Hobbes trying to be aggressive just for the country to succeed but it wouldn't work in the USA. A prime example of Hobbes idea fitting in would be North Korea's leader Kim Jun Un, Kim would be a prime example of Hobbes ideas. Since Kim is in power of everything, and everyone in North Korea it follows Hobbes ideas.
Now you know who is who, and who's idea fits best in the USA. You basically know most of what you need to know. John Locke's ideas will be best fitting in the USA, and it wouldn't cause any commotion or riot since it will listen to the people, and let there voices be heard.
Tuesday, September 4, 2018
Who is Who?
Philosophy!! When you hear this word, what comes to mind? When I hear the word "Philosophy", I think of many great philosophers like Plato, Socrates, Baruch Spinoza, and Buddha. There are many other great philosophers I can name, but that will be a very long list. Back to main point, In the 1600s, European Philosopher began debating the question of who should govern a nation. As the absolute rule of kings weakened, enlightenment philosophers argues for different forms of democracy. I would like to talk about two English philosophers who were in that debate particularly John Locke, and Thomas Hobbes. Do these names ring a bell? If not, don't worry i'll give you some info about these two.
The English Philosopher Thomas Hobbes is best known for his political thoughts. Also being known for writing "The Leviathan", where he argues for the defense of the absolute power of kings. To summarize The Leviathan in shorter words it would be that he claims there should be a strong, central government that can hold down the throne, and defend the people from any threats such as war. During the English Civil war, and the glorious revolution, Hobbes describes how depressed he became with the execution of King Charles I, with leaving him questioning our behaviors, and how we are driven by our own selfish desires. Which made him believe more greatly that a strong government should be focused on having one person ruling the nation. Hobbes also warned against the church meddling with the king's government. he feared that religion could become a source of civil war. Thus, he advised that the church should become a department of the king's government, which would closely control all religious affairs. Sounds very strict doesn't it? That's not it Hobbes wrote, "The individuals should obey the king or choose death."
John Locke aka "The father of liberalism", is a English Philosopher who was against the state-controlled systems of kings and churches which dominated Europe. In his book, "Two Treaties Of Government" published in 1690, he generally agreed with Hobbes about the brutality of the state of nature, which required a social contract to assure peace. But he disagreed with Hobbes on two MAJOR points. First, Locke Believed that natural rights such as life liberty, and property existed in the state of nature and could never be taken away or even be given up by individuals. Second Locke believed that it wasn't just a agreement about people, but between them and the sovereign. Thirdly according to Locke, the natural rights of individuals limited the power of the king. The king did not have absolute power, but acted only to enforce and protect the natural rights of people. If these rights were violated by a king or sovereign people had the right to rebuttal, and establish a new government. After the end of the English civil war, John Locke was in favor of the glorious revolution, without violence or a shed of blood, as it was and unjustified act towards the people.
The English Philosopher Thomas Hobbes is best known for his political thoughts. Also being known for writing "The Leviathan", where he argues for the defense of the absolute power of kings. To summarize The Leviathan in shorter words it would be that he claims there should be a strong, central government that can hold down the throne, and defend the people from any threats such as war. During the English Civil war, and the glorious revolution, Hobbes describes how depressed he became with the execution of King Charles I, with leaving him questioning our behaviors, and how we are driven by our own selfish desires. Which made him believe more greatly that a strong government should be focused on having one person ruling the nation. Hobbes also warned against the church meddling with the king's government. he feared that religion could become a source of civil war. Thus, he advised that the church should become a department of the king's government, which would closely control all religious affairs. Sounds very strict doesn't it? That's not it Hobbes wrote, "The individuals should obey the king or choose death."
John Locke aka "The father of liberalism", is a English Philosopher who was against the state-controlled systems of kings and churches which dominated Europe. In his book, "Two Treaties Of Government" published in 1690, he generally agreed with Hobbes about the brutality of the state of nature, which required a social contract to assure peace. But he disagreed with Hobbes on two MAJOR points. First, Locke Believed that natural rights such as life liberty, and property existed in the state of nature and could never be taken away or even be given up by individuals. Second Locke believed that it wasn't just a agreement about people, but between them and the sovereign. Thirdly according to Locke, the natural rights of individuals limited the power of the king. The king did not have absolute power, but acted only to enforce and protect the natural rights of people. If these rights were violated by a king or sovereign people had the right to rebuttal, and establish a new government. After the end of the English civil war, John Locke was in favor of the glorious revolution, without violence or a shed of blood, as it was and unjustified act towards the people.
What is the State of Nature?
The state of nature is where all individuals were naturally equal. Every person was free to do what he or she needed to do to survive. As a result everyone suffered from continued fear and danger of violent death; and the life of man [was] solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short.
Hobbes described this in The Leviathan, and John Locke agreed with brutality of the state of nature, which is required a social contract to assure peace. But both had different claims to assure peace.
John Locke VS Thomas Hobbes
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Sources
http://factmyth.com/factoids/john-locke-is-the-father-of-liberalism/
https://www.iep.utm.edu/hobmoral/
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