Accidents Quote by Thomas Hobbes
“And whereas many men, by accident unevitable, become unable to maintain themselves by their labour; they ought not to be left to the Charity of private persons; but to be provided for, (as far-forth as the necessities of Nature require,) by the Lawes of the Common-wealth. For as it is Unchariablenesse in any man, to neglect the impotent; so it is in the Soveraign of a Common-wealth, to expose them to the hazard of such uncertain Charity.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Leviathan, Thomas Hobbes, 1651
The state must protect the vulnerable, as neglecting them endangers societal stability.
In simple terms: Society must care for its weakest members.
Key Takeaway
Ensure social safety nets.
Themes
politics
social justice
human rights
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy design
- community support programs
- public debates
Key Concepts
social contract
welfare state
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance individual liberty with collective care?
- What mechanisms best protect the vulnerable?
A Different Perspective
Implementation can be politically contentious.
