thomas hobbes

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Hobbes, Thomas Hobbes - English materialist and political philosopher who advocated absolute sovereignty as the only kind of government that could resolve problems caused by the selfishness of human beings (1588-1679)
--₁ is a kind of philosopher

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Thomas Hobbes

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Thomas Hobbes was an English philosopher, political theorist, and historian known for his famous work "Leviathan." He is considered one of the most important figures in the development of Western political philosophy.

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Thomas Hobbes believed that human nature was inherently selfish and driven by self-interest.
The political ideas put forth by Thomas Hobbes revolutionized the understanding of the social contract theory.
"Leviathan" by Thomas Hobbes is considered a cornerstone of political philosophy.
The writings of Thomas Hobbes continue to be widely studied and debated.
Thomas Hobbes' ideas influenced many subsequent philosophers, including John Locke.

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