Thomas Hobbes
English Philosopher
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About Thomas Hobbes
Thomas Hobbes was an important English philosopher.
His Work
Thomas Hobbes is most known for his booked titled Leviathan. This is a political philosophy book about social contract. This influenced almost all of later Western political philosophy. He was not a proponent of democracy, but he pushed forward ideas of individual rights, equality between men, and representative government. Interestingly enough, he also believed that people should be allowed to do anything unless it is forbidden by the law. Though he is mostly known for his political philosophy work, he was also a contributor in the fields of history, ethics, theology, and even gases.
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F.A.Q. about Thomas Hobbes
When is his birthday?
Thomas Hobbes' birthday is on April 5, 1588.
In how many days is his birthday?
Thomas' birthday is in 347 days
How old was Thomas when he died?
He was 91 years old.
When did he die?
He died in December 4, 1679.
How old would he be today?
Thomas Hobbes would be 436 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Thomas from?
He was born in Malmesbury, Wiltshire, England, UK.