“The passions that incline men to peace are fear of death desire of such things as are necessary to commodious living and a hope by their industry to obtain them”
— Thomas Hobbes
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Simplified Meaning:
People want to live peacefully because they are afraid of dying and want things that make life comfortable. For example, imagine someone working hard to buy a nice home, good food, and have savings for the future. They do this because having these things makes them feel safe and happy. The idea is that by working towards these comforts, people can avoid dangerous situations or conflict. Essentially, our desire to live well and be secure motivates us to act peacefully and responsibly in our lives.
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