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[from 'Essay Conc Human Understanding (2nd Ed)' by John Locke, in 28. God / A. Divine Nature / 6. Divine Morality / d. God decrees morality ]

Full Idea

It is certain that the inferior, finite and dependent is under an obligation to obey the supreme and infinite.

Gist of Idea

The finite and dependent should obey the supreme and infinite

Source

John Locke (Essay Conc Human Understanding (2nd Ed) [1694], 4.13.03)

Book Reference

Locke,John: 'Essay Concerning Human Understanding', ed/tr. Nidditch,P.H. [OUP 1979], p.651


A Reaction

Locke's liberal politics has gradually helped to undermine this view. Once an inferior and dependent person owns some property, they acquire rights and do not have to submit to anyone in that respect. Modern people would defy God if they met Him.