Embracing Collectivism

Running Head: COLECTIVISM 1
Reasons for Embracing Collectivism
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Institution

COLLECTIVISM 2
Reasons to Embrace Collectivism
Collectivism is the idea that the life of a person does not belong to them but the society
and community. From this, the individual has no rights, and as such, they must sacrifice their
values and goals for the sake of the nation. For supporters of collectivism, the society is the basic
unit, and all moral concerns of the individual should serve the community. Individualism, on the
other hand, is an idea that the life of a human being belongs to them and by being a human being,
they have the right to live their life as they see fit. We should embrace more collectivism since it
fosters unity and equality in society. Collectivism is also the best approach to use in a world that
has limited resources. The following paper will give reasons for embracing collectivism based on
the philosophy of Hobbes. Benefits of collectivism over individualism are included, and one
disadvantage is provided to show alternate views.
Hobbes on Collectivism
Thomas Hobbes in his book The Leviathan gives strong support for collectivism. In this
book, he advances the idea of the social contract and state of nature. Before the establishment of
civil order, the natural state of man can be said to have been one of individualism. In this state of
nature, every man is for himself and man can do anything for self-preservation. Once a man has
achieved the rule of reason, he can form a government or monarchy. The formation of a
government requires a social contract to be created in which man gives up some of his rights to
the government and the rule of law (Lumen, 2018).
From Hobbes philosophy, it is clear that collectivism is better for the society than individualism.
When individuals forfeit some of their rights for the benefit of the community the nation grows.
Collectivism in the modern era is essential because of the increase in population in the world.