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Dictionary definition: Ockham, William of
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Ockham, William of
(
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1285–1349) Philosopher who developed ideas on sovereignty and discussed natural rights. On sovereignty, he was original in the emphasis he placed on the right and freedom of the people to choose their ruler and form of government. On rights, which were mainly rights to property, he distinguishes between natural and conventional right, and both from ...
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