Awe Quote by Thomas Hobbes
“During the time men live without a common power to keep them all in awe, they are in that conditions called war; and such a war, as if of every man, against every man.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Leviathan, 1651
Without a common authority, humans exist in a state of perpetual conflict, each against all.
In simple terms: No power leads to war.
Support strong, shared governance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government formation
- international relations
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What balances order and freedom?
- Can peace exist without a ruler?
Strong authority can become oppressive.