'some Species And Rank Should All Be Equal By Voltaire

Many people were questioning their ways of living and knowing. In four amusing articles, these philosophers focus on their societies issues. The enlightenment philosophers believed that greater individual freedom could improve society in several areas. These areas include government, religion, economics, and social equality.

Every man or woman is able to have equal rights and do as they please as long as it’s within the government laws. In the article by John locke,it states “ some species and rank should all be equal ” .This example provides more information on the way John Locke thinks and explains how the government should treat woman just as equal as men. Also proves how important equality was for their society was. Another statement that John Locke said in his article is “...all men are naturally in a state of perfect freedom to order their actions, and dispose of their possessions and persons, as they think fit within the bounds of the law of nature”. This statement provides support to John Locke's statement about how people should be able to do as they please as long as it's within the government's laws. Also, it proves that John Locke believed in …show more content…
Voltaire states “ In London the representatives of all nations meet for the benefit of mankind.” Voltaire explains how important religion is to our society and finds joy when everyone is heard. This statement proves how culture and religion were a big role in society, and how it affected each and everyone one of them. He also states “if one religion only were allowed in England, the government would very possibly become arbitrary”. This shows that everyone is free to have their own religion because if they didn't the government could possibly corrupt.It also shows how Voltaire and John Locke think similar becaue they both refer back to equal rigths. If people's religion was forced and not optional society would