The views of the natural inclinations of man differ between the two philosophers. Hobbes is very negative in his view of man in nature. Man would be in a constant state of war, says Hobbes, with everyone trying to conquer each other for their property and belongings. There would be no friends, only enemies because everyone would be under suspicion as a potential opponent. Hobbes has described his model of man in nature as a "war of all against all." Another famous remark made by Hobbes on the subject is the life would be "solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short." In this constant war there would be no time or opportunity to advance, states Hobbes. There would be no industry because the results of any progress woul

The two philosophers agree and disagree on various aspects of an ideal form of government. They both refuted the Divine Right of Kings, historical tradition, feudal contracts and brute force in favor of an "atomistic" conception of society. The individual was of main concern for the men, where as the group was the main focus of other forms of government. The differences between them lie in the rights of the individual. Hobbes believes that political absolutism is the key to an ideal government. Under this government individuals yield all their and all their political power to the ruler. However, these rights and political powers are to be given up irrevocably. This was done by signing a social contract which allows you entrance into civil society. While Locke also favored the "atomistic" conception of society, he felt that relinquishing your rights was not the way to go. Locke felt that people should yield only the minimum amount of power and rights to establish and effective government, while reserving certain rights and freedoms that the new government can not infringe upon.

Again, in this case, Locke's suggestions appear superior to those of Hobbes. Locke's model of an ideal government seems to have a higher satisfaction rate. The government would get formed, and the constituents would still retain some of their rights and control. Hobbes model would, indeed, form an effective government, but the people it serves would have no say, and no rights of their own. Once again, Locke's arguments are favored.

All in all, John Locke put forth arguments that were well thought out, more realistic and more logical than the arguments of Thomas Hobbes.

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