Enlightment Flashcards
Which method did all philosophers use to develop their philosophies?
They used the scientific method to develop their theories.
Which Enlightenment philosopher was the tutor of King Charles II?
Thomas Hobbes
Which Enlightenment philosopher witnessed the execution of King Charles I?
Thomas Hobbes
Which Enlightenment philosopher witnessed the Glorious Revolution?
John Locke
What is a Tabula Rasa?
A tabula rasa is a blank slate. Locke believed that humans were born a blank slate and that they were shaped by their life experiences.
According to Locke, how do we get our rights?
Locke believed all humans were born with natural rights.
What are our natural rights?
The Natural Rights are life, liberty, and property.
What is a state of nature?
A state of nature is a group of people living together without a government.
What happens to your natural rights in a state of nature?
Your natural rights are not protected in a state of nature.
According to Locke, what is the puropse of government?
Locke said the purpose of government is to protect our natural rights.
“I may not agree with what you say, but I will fight to the death for your right to say it.” who said this?
Voltaire. He also supported religious freedom.
What was the philosophy of Mary Wollstonecraft?
That women should be provided an education so that they can be virtuous and equal to men.
What was the philosophy of Montesquieu?
Government power should be divided into 3 branches, legislative, executive, and judicial. There should always be a check on power to protect against tyranny.
