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What is the etymological origin of the word 'social'?
What is the etymological origin of the word 'social'?
The word 'social' derives from the Latin word socii ('allies').
According to Karl Marx, what are human beings considered to be by definition?
According to Karl Marx, what are human beings considered to be by definition?
According to Karl Marx, human beings are considered to be intrinsically, necessarily, and by definition social beings.
What historical event is the word 'social' linked to in the Italian context?
What historical event is the word 'social' linked to in the Italian context?
The word 'social' is particularly derived from the Italian Socii states, historical allies of the Roman Republic, although they rebelled against Rome in the Social War of 91–87 BC.
According to Karl Marx, how do human beings meet their needs?
According to Karl Marx, how do human beings meet their needs?
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How does Marx view the social characteristics of human beings?
How does Marx view the social characteristics of human beings?
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