John Locke Justice

John Locke Justice



The Theory of the Divine Origin of Kings. The theory of the divine origin of kings was accepted in medieval times and was based on the alleged grant of power of God to the kings on earth. (John Locke, 1963 P.14-16)

In the sixteenth century some authors maintained that men are born free and equal, so the more perfect should hold the reins of power. According to these authors, that power came from Adam and that he had inherited from him. (LOCKE, J., 2006 P.124-216)

The state of nature and the natural moral law. Locke was critical to ...