Episode 1215: Continental Philosophy and Its Origins - Pt. 5 - Thomas Hobbes w/ Thomas777
The Pete Quiñones Show
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Philosophical Critiques of Hobbes: Nature, Society, and Authority
This chapter explores Thomas Hobbes' philosophical views on the state of nature and societal constructs, drawing on historical examples like American Indian societies and the Khmer Rouge. It critiques Enlightenment reductionism, advocating for a deeper understanding of social dynamics and the implications of violent revolutions on modern governance.
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