By Anita
Today's philosopher of the week is a name we all know or one
we are sure to get acquainted with in the course of studying philosophy, our
Philosopher of the Week is French Philosopher Jean Jacques Rousseau. He was a
French philosopher, writer, and composer of the Enlightenment era.
One of his most famous works is "The Social
Contract," where he explored the concept of a social contract between
individuals and the state, emphasizing the idea of popular sovereignty.
Rousseau is known for
his idea of the "noble savage," suggesting that humans are inherently
good but corrupted by society. This concept greatly influenced later thinkers
and Romantic literature. Rousseau's writings had a profound impact on the
Romantic movement in literature and art. His emphasis on emotions,
individualism, and nature resonated with Romantic thinkers.
Besides philosophy, Rousseau was a skilled composer and
wrote several musical compositions, including operas and pieces for the flute.
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