
Hobbes, Hume, Spinoza, and the Politics of Human Nature
Political Theory 101
Hobbes and Hume's Solutions for Compliance
The chapter explores the solutions proposed by Hobbes and Hume to ensure compliance in society. Hobbes suggests using fear as a means of control, while Hume emphasizes the importance of a rule of law system backed by the state. Despite their differences, both theorists share a common emphasis on the concept of states of nature.
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