Philosophes discussed during the late 17th and 18th century, they helped shape the capitalistic and democratic world we live in today. It was the period of many changes between discoveries and disagreements over religion. The Age of Reason impacted the world to this day being the time of high intellect and bright ideas. What were the philosophers or the thinkers main idea? The Enlightenment Period discusses John Locke, Voltaire (Francois - Marie Arouet), Adam Smith, and Mary Wollstonecraft’s ideas and how they contributed to the Age of Reason. Moreover, a quote that shows this is true is John Locke's main idea being the natural right by believing all men are equal. “Equal are amongst another without subordination or subtraction” (Document A) he Believe that when the government is dissolved “People are at liberty to provide for themselves, by erecting a new legislative” (Document A) This shows Locke’s main idea was his belief in all creatures of the same species should be equal and have the right to self govern. Therefore, Francois - Marie Arouet (Voltaire) main idea was about religion in society, he believed one didn't need to …show more content…
Leading women to be discouraged from studying as well as other rights. Mary believes women must be allowed the same pursuits as men, she states "Leading women to fulfill their peculiar duties to free them from all restraint by allowing them to participate in the interest right of mankind.” (Document D) “Make them free and they will quickly become wise and virtuous…” (Document D) This proves Mary's thoughts on women being equal and having the right to the same treatment as men politically and educationally. Mary was a strong individual, she fought for women's rights making strong and clear points believing all men and women should be