A man cannot lay down the right of resisting them that assault him by force, to take away his life

A man cannot lay down the right of resisting them that assault him by force, to take away his life

Thomas Hobbes, a prominent English philosopher of the 17th century, is best known for his work on political philosophy and his belief in the necessity of a strong central authority to maintain order and prevent chaos in society. However, one of the most controversial aspects of Hobbes' philosophy is his views on the right of individuals to resist those who seek to harm them.