"Durante el tiempo que los hombres viven sin un poder común que los mantenga a raya ellos se encuentran en esa condición que se llama guerra y una guerra de cada hombre contra cada hombre"
— Thomas Hobbes
Simplified Meaning:
When people don't have a strong authority or rules to keep them in check, they will end up fighting and competing against each other. Imagine a classroom without a teacher. Without someone to enforce the rules, kids might start to argue, push, or fight to get what they want. This situation can turn chaotic and unsafe very quickly. Similarly, in a society without laws or a government, people might feel they need to protect themselves and their possessions all the time, leading to constant conflicts and violence. To avoid this, societies create governments and laws to ensure everyone follows the same rules, making life safer and more orderly for everyone. By doing this, people can focus on living their lives instead of constantly worrying about defending themselves from others.
