Why does Locke think that human beings would give up the freedoms of the state of nature and mutually consent to enter into civil society? What exactly does his think we would be willing to give up? What benefits does he think we gain?
2007-12-12 03:38:33 · 2 answers · asked by emilyanne04t 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
Locke thought we would gain comfort and security from society. In return for property rights, we agree to protect the property of others. In order to be able to expect to be treated nicely, we agree to be courteous. We gain the advantages of comforts such as a roof over our heads while it is raining and the free time to pursue interests without being interfered with.
2007-12-12 03:51:21 · answer #1 · answered by zendall 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We give up none of ourselves, but simply we are able to enter into a society where our natural rights are protected. It is about mutual consent... but nothing is sacraficed for this form of government.
2007-12-12 03:50:06 · answer #2 · answered by Elutherian 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋