Rousseau, Jean-Jacques

Jean-Jacques Rousseau was an influential 18th-century philosopher known for his ideas on education, society, and government. He believed that humans are naturally good but become corrupted by society. In his work "The Social Contract," he argued for the idea of a political community formed by the collective will of the people, emphasizing liberty and equality. Rousseau also stressed the importance of nurturing children's natural instincts through education. His thoughts significantly impacted the fields of political theory, Romanticism, and modern educational practices, making him a key figure in shaping Enlightenment ideas and democratic principles.