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Episode #026 ... Thomas Hobbes pt. 1 - The Social Contract

Philosophize This!

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The Brutal Reality of the State of Nature and the Need for Sovereignty

This chapter delves into Thomas Hobbes' ideas about the state of nature and the social contract, highlighting the chaotic existence of individuals in a lawless society. The necessity of a strong sovereign to maintain order and prevent moral decay is a focal point of the discussion.

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