Was the political philosophy of the Declaration of Independence influenced most by John Locke?

Locke had a conception of natural rights and social contract government but Thomas Jefferson had a desire to discover new philosophical idea and new political arguments. I think it would be Jefferson's philosophical ideas that influenced it most but I could be wrong Asked by jjalltheway 22 months ago Similar questions: political philosophy Declaration Independence influenced John Locke Society > Philosophy.

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1 You've raised a deep question that can only be addressed by reading any number of books. The great figures of the modern era, Locke, Rousseau, Hobbes, the Federalists and so on, were all involved in a tremendous revolution in human affairs. Traditional societies where "status" societies and there was little or no movement between classes.

That all changed when individuals became bearers of rights; Locke was one of the most influential figures in this development. He also advocated the equality of all people. Set against a background of monarchy and despotism this is all very revolutionary.

Contract became the defining term for a society of individuals.

You've raised a deep question that can only be addressed by reading any number of books. The great figures of the modern era, Locke, Rousseau, Hobbes, the Federalists and so on, were all involved in a tremendous revolution in human affairs. Traditional societies where "status" societies and there was little or no movement between classes.

That all changed when individuals became bearers of rights; Locke was one of the most influential figures in this development. He also advocated the equality of all people. Set against a background of monarchy and despotism this is all very revolutionary.

Contract became the defining term for a society of individuals.

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