The idea of 'philosophy king' is associated with the name of which philosopher? Who wrote 'Rule of Prince'? How many kinds of law are recognized by Thomas Aquinas?
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The question seems to be focusing on philosophical topics related to 'philosophy kings,' the author of 'Rule of Prince,' and the kinds of law recognized by Thomas Aquinas.
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Plato; Niccolò Machiavelli; four kinds of law.
The idea of 'philosopher king' is associated with Plato. 'Rule of Prince' was written by Niccolò Machiavelli. Thomas Aquinas recognizes four kinds of law: eternal, natural, human, and divine.
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The idea of 'philosopher king' is associated with Plato. 'Rule of Prince' was written by Niccolò Machiavelli. Thomas Aquinas recognizes four kinds of law: eternal, natural, human, and divine.
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Plato is known for introducing the idea of the philosopher king in his work 'The Republic'. Niccolò Machiavelli authored 'The Prince', a seminal work in political theory. Thomas Aquinas’s law categories are crucial in his theological and philosophical thought.
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A common mistake is confusing Machiavelli's 'The Prince' with other works, or misattributing the author.
Sources
- Rule of law - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Thomas Aquinas: Political Philosophy - iep.utm.edu
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