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- Describe the state of nature in Leviathan, and how it leads to the establishment of a commonwealth.
- Although Hobbes specifically argued against democracy as a form of government, his theory has had a lasting impact on our contemporary understanding of democracy. Describe some of the implications of his work on democracy.
- Explain how the concept of motion factors into Hobbes' arguments concerning man and commonwealth. If his thesis about motion is wrong, does his whole argument collapse?
- In what ways is Hobbes' argument against the philosophy of Aristotle? Why does Hobbes believe Aristotle's philosophy is dangerous to a commonwealth?
- Explain Hobbes' ideas on the Kingdom of God. Is he concerned solely with proper Biblical interpretation, or does the Kingdom of God play a role within his larger argument?
- What is the Kingdom of Darkness? What are the ways it is perpetuated, and how does one avoid it?
- In what ways does fear play a role in Hobbes' argument?
- Why does Hobbes begin his study of the commonwealth with an analysis of man?
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