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John Locke Quotes

Biography: John Locke is known for his contributions to political philosophy and ... more Biography: John Locke is known for his contributions to political philosophy and the development of modern liberalism. An English philosopher of the 17th century, he advocated for the principles of natural rights, government by consent, and the separation of church and state, profoundly influencing the Enlightenment and the founding of modern democratic societies. less
"Education begins the gentleman, but reading, good company and reflection must finish him"
Tags: Personal growth, Self-improvement, Wisdom, Learning, Reflection
"New opinions are always suspected, and usually opposed, without any other reason but because they are not already common"
Tags: Innovation, Change, Individuality, Progress, Resistance
"Where there is no Law, there is no Freedom"
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"All mankind being all equal and independent, no one ought to harm another in his life, health, liberty or possessions"
Tags: Life, Independence, Justice, Equality, Human rights
"The reason why men enter into society is the preservation of their property"
Tags: Society, Government, Political philosophy, Individual rights, Social contract
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