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From "Leviathan" by Hobbes, Thomas
The Simple Subject
Represents the average citizen living within the Commonwealth.
Core Belief
"Obedience to the Sovereign is the best way to ensure personal safety and a peaceful life."
Worldview
The Simple Subject sees the world as a place of potential danger and uncertainty. They rely on the Sovereign to protect them from harm and provide a stable environment in which they can live and work.
Personality
The Simple Subject is primarily concerned with their own safety and well-being. They are generally obedient to the law, valuing the order and security provided by the Sovereign. They are not particularly interested in politics or philosophy, preferring to focus on their daily lives and personal affairs.
In Their Own Words
"I willingly transfer my right of governing myself to this man, because I fear what other men will do to me."
"It is better to live under a strong ruler than to be at the mercy of every man's whims."
"The laws are there to protect us, and we must follow them."
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