POLITICAL THEORY - John Locke 

The guy was obviously ahead of his time. It's amazing he wasn't Locked-up lol.

Psychology,neuroscience and philosophy should mandatory in highschools, we are left ignorant of most important things in life by our education system.

"Life, liberty and Property" My all time favourite quote.

So interesting that Locke and Hobbes both witnessed the execution of Charles I, ultimately coming to sometimes very different conclusions because of it. One of my favorite series, please keep up the great work!

You guys explained it better in less than 10 minutes than my teacher did in a month of classes. Good job

His idea of education was better than our actual education. And that over 300 years ago, wow :O

John Locke Fun Fact: Locke was going to become a doctor, till he met Earl of Shaftsburry (very political figure). What to do about differing religious views? Toleration - People CAN'T (lacking of ability) determine which is a true religious standpoint. - Even if you could, no one can make (by violence) you genuinely believe something. - Religious uniformity leads to more social chaos, than allowing diversity, Who should rule the country? -God gives that authority. - The rule must make people comfortable in society - The ruler has to respect everyone's freedom and property. Beyond that the people have the right to overthrow their rulers. How should we educate our children? - People's views are shaped by their experiences, as they are blank slates when they are born. Therefore, educate them right, and early. - They should be taught practical things such as ethics, business, psychology, science, etc. Important definition: State of nature, when we have all rights before joining society. (as we consent to give up some rights to live in society)

Great man. Locke is basicaly the father of the american constitution. A man that should be remembered for everyone that values the freedom of the individuals.

So he used to be a philosopher and then he became paralyzed, got lost on an island, and became a nature boy. Wow, this man had a crazy life.

John Locke has done so much for us, it's weird to think one man's thoughts could change the course of history for the entirety of Western civilization.

John Locke is one of the most inspirational people when it comes down to human philosophy, in my opinion. Thank you for making this.

One of my most favourite philosophers in class. So grateful for him.

I still can remember learning about Locke when I was in middle school and now many years later, he remains one of my favorite philosophers.

This is the best reference video on Locke. Thank you so much for this comprehensive yet so-easy-to-grasp video. More power!

Never knew how awesome Locke's beliefs were. Definitely one of my favorite philosophers now

what a fantastic short rendition of Lock. I, like most people new the name of Lock and probably heard high brow philosophy make reference to Lock. I neverstood what the man was about, until I tripped over this. The readers voice is so easy to listen to. thank you for making this available. Top man

As a superhero in training, I fully endorse the hopping bear graphic holding a pile of rifles.

As L.W. was want to say 'Wonderful, Wonderful, Simply Wonderful.' Thank you. I will use this in my section on Political Philosophy. It sums up so much in so little time.

I look forward to your voice more than the subjects you discuss

It is always good to come back to these videos. They help clarify my mind and bring it back to the basics of knowledge.

as always.. thank you. every time i learn i now at the age of 38.. find my self more accepting of infomation. and enjoy the fact that there have been so meany wise humans before me. history is truly the new sat-nav of the mind. ta rolfo

Music is hardly a useless thing to learn in school. The parts of the brain that are stimulated and grown by studying music are related to mathematics and other important things.

I have this for my exam in a week, I'm watching all your videos on political theory and it's much more interesting than reading it for 5th time. Thanks a bunch!

study at "Schools Of Life" i see what ya did there mate

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Since when did the channel blow up so quickly!!! I remember seeing 125k, congratulations on gaining such a large audience 👏🏽👏🏽

I don't know how I got to this corner of RU-vid, but you made me fall in love with John Locke in less than ten minutes. Well done. What a brilliant man, clearly far ahead of his time. Thanks for introducing me to a historical figure I hadn't heard of before.

Man this guy was amazing, responsible for a lot of my thoughts and the way I think.

God Bless John Locke. his writings were the foundation of the ideas of the founding fathers. We should make a day if not a month dedicated to him.

Thank you so much! It helped me a lot to understand Locke’s thoughts. :) I’m using this video for my final exam from social sciences so this is lifesaving. He was a really cool guy though.

We are very vulnerable to the ideas that people place in our minds

Probably the best summary video on Locke posted on youtube! Thanks so much! :D

Locke has been one of my faves for over 50 years and now thanks to TSOL i have been rejuvenated .

I wanted to downsize this and listen to it while I work but the Monty Python-esque style animation captivated me.

Awesome! Thank you for this video!

Thank you a billion times! I wish if you can make one about David Hume. great work thank you so so much!

Amazing video guys, helped me a lot with my studying thank you

This is now, officially, definitely, and FOREVERLY, my favorite channel.

What a great teacher you are! Thnx 😍😍

thank you so much i learnt much from the video. I am also using this video to complete my assignment as a political science student. And also extending my appreciation to the guy who uploaded it.

Thank you so much! Your videos help me to study political science. In Ukraine where I study International law there aren't many books that can explain political theories as simply, as thoroughly and fun as you guys do!

Another great video, and can we please get a list of references or further reading in the description videos? I know a lot of us want to explore the subjects beyond the videos and it would be great to have reading list pre-made.

What a wonderful and beautifully done video. Thanks a lot

Amazing Video. Clear and Easy to Understand Explanation. Thank you!

Great channel! I'm really enjoying the content!

please do a episode on the art of war and Bertrand russell

Thank God you exist!! You just saved my filosofy essey. Thankyou. This is amazing

Excellent work, really, It really helped me for a schoolwork that was meant for hours of reading.

Dear John Locke, Thank you for reminding us of our right to Life, Liberty, and Property for these rights are given to all once conceived, and are God's gift to us all. Love from The Voluntaryist Alliance

John Locke... the man... the legend...

Im 30 and just on a whim decided to read Of Enthusiasm. Ive never read more clear and sound explications of mathematical philosophy(axiomatic logic as the foundation for pure mathematics) and ethics ive ever read. It made me cry.

understated, detailed and informing. great job

Well done!

Great video.....that "Right to Bear Arms" graphic has me literally "laughing out loud."

Omg THANK YOU! You just saved my life with this!

Thank u. I appreciate sharing your knowledge.

Its interesting... and fitting... that much of this video features Henry VIII. Much of modern political philosophy, arguably, could be traced (indirectly... ish) to Henry VIII. As mentioned, much of political philosophy at the time was centered around the divine right of kings. Political power was derived from, and dependent on, God. A person ruled because God allowed it. Then Henry VIII came along. As the song goes, Henry VIII had a lot of wives, but, for the purposes of this story, the only one that actually matters is his first wife, Catherine of Aaragon. Henry wanted an heir. Catherine did not produce one, so in Henry's 30s he decided to look for a new spouse. At the time, England was Catholic, so he requested from the Pope permission to annul his marriage. Divorce and annulment were not seen as valid by Catholic religious law, so it was denied. Long story, short... Henry essentially came to the conclusion that the Pope was not the King; HE was the King and, if the Pope wasn't going to approve it, then Henry was going to make his own church where it was allowed. End of the day, in 1534, Henry VIII created the Church of England (Anglican) separate from the Church of Rome, and they mutually excommunicated each other. All so he could divorce his wife. The ramifications of that action, however, were huge... especially in political philosophy. The thought went, if the power of the King was at the pleasure of God... and the king just rejected God... and nothing happened... then what does that mean? Obviously, the rational answer is that power doesn't derive from God. So, if it doesn't derive from God, then where does political power come from? That act, along with various revolutions at the time, caused an renaissance in political philosophy in the late 16th and early 17th century that examined the sources of power and rights, and lead to the development of schools of thought like Hobbes's, Locke's, and Rousseau's Social Contract Theories. It's fascinating stuff.

Ya but when does he get to the island

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Really concise & informative now I understand other references to him I have read. Brian nearing 76

My favorite part of Locke's Letter Concerning Toleration is when he says all religious views should be tolerated...except atheism

John Locke is probably my favorite philosopher.

Great GREAT Work !!! Thank you !

I love these videos and use them as review for my classes. One note: your closed captions end abruptly at around the 5 minute mark. It'd be nice to have them for the whole video :)

Thank you for accurately stating the reason for the second amendment.

I love how everyone here is considering Locke a Socialist/Communist yet he would today be considered a Right-Wing Libertarian.

Thanks for this, this will be so useful for our history test next week!

Using these videos as great introductions to different concepts within Enlightenment philosophy for further study/investigation. Thanks

Es quizás mi filósofo favorito, es un crack. Había leído unas cuantas páginas, pero me encontré una un léxico demasiado elevado para mi jejeje. Por cierto claramente entiendo y veo las bases de la Psicología especialmente la educacional.

Proud to say this is my cousin! I have always referenced him in my studies and it is wonderful to find that we are related.

Keep up the great work. Brilliant and informative channel

Thank you for your contribution.

I wish you did a video on Chomsky! Addressing not only his political views but also his contribution to linguistics. I'd actually love if you guys had chapters on linguistics. I found some theories to be allegorical to philosophies and perspectives on life. We have more than Wittgenstein!

For some reason I thought of George Orwell. He needs a video of his own.

Many, many thanks. Sheer excellence.!! Thoroughly enjoyed.

Impressing! Continue the channel we support you.

0.0 I can get all of the works of John Locke mentioned in this video, plus "The Fundamental Constitutions Of Carolina" for about $1.00 on Kindle. 7 works of one of the most influential of Enlightenment thinkers for $1.00. I guess I'll be enjoying some interesting reading on my plane ride.

Latin, Greek and poetry should be more mainstream imo, that's how I was brought up though sadly with not enough exposure

A nice summary of Locke's life. Thank you!

Thanks so much for this going to buy his books.

"Don't tell me what I can't do!" - John Loche

In my opinion, John Locke was the most important person to ever live. And also the person I most admire.

I love these videos! Thank you

God, I love these animations you make!

I have sometimes thought that the English Civil War was completed in the American War of Independence in the ideas of politics.

Grande pensador John Locke! Difícil é ser citado nas oratorias brasileira.

His voice is amazing!!

Thank you for this great video

Actually it was clearly a typo. The Second Amendment clearly says "The Right to Bear Rams"

Sun Tzu The Art of War.

Thanks for the great vid.

This series on Philosophy and philosophers is excellent. Much thanks to the team! Binging on all the episodes. 😂

Bear arms... Nice one!

i just want to say thank you to my 7th grade teacher for making me fall in love with locke and the enlightenment

Locke was ahead of his time. What a brilliant thinker and so very relevant.

Thanks for sharing!!!

Please School of Life, I am begging: Make a video on Edmund Burke and the issue of social leveling. It is the only backing I have found towards elitist ideals that strikes me as logical and I am fascinated by it. Thumps up my comment please!

Could you do an episode on being second best (or anything less than first)? I find that media today has so much hype over being "the very best", but there is often no sympathy to those who came in second. The phrase second is the first loser is proof of that, as well as the commercial for the Pokemon tournament. There are many other examples like Karate Kid and many other films.

Loved this thank you

Yeah always manage to explain a figure or subject in a highly interesting way, keep up the great work