Natural Law Flashcards
1
Q
What is the grounding of morality and political legitimacy in human societies for Locke?
A
Natural Law is the universal binder of humanity which was created by God.
So to Locke morals are of divine origin.
2
Q
What does natural Law require?
A
We must assume the existence of God, irrespective of one’s religion reason tells us what natural law requires.
3
Q
What are the basic requirements of Natural Law?
A
We should not harm another in his life, liberty, or possessions unless our own existence depended on it.
