Example Of Edmund Burke's Conservatism & John Locke's Liberalism Critical Thinking

Edmund Burke’s believed that the French Revolution was a mistake and this was presented in a 215 pages transmittal written by no less than Burke himself. The letter was addressed to a young gentleman from Paris, who from the impositions of the letter is a frequent pen pal of Burke. In the letter Burke bear his sentiments suggesting that while France hails itself with the teachings of the church and the leaders show respect and recognition for the influence of the Church, it completely disregarded the teachings of brotherhood, peace, respect and dignity of human life. Venturing in war suggested disregard of such advice made by Dr. Richard Price for which he said that Christian leaders are not acting in accordance to the gospel (Burke 9-10). Rather, the blindly pursue something that does not guarantee success. So much so, Burke believe that war only leads to the disintegration of values and animosity. In addition, Burke also suggest that it has become an endless pursuit to rebel and take revenge that it has continuously led to degradation of wealth and the breach of friendship among nations (91-92).
John Locke believes that monarch lacks the divine right to rule. Locke made this testimony with the rationale that every man is a slave and with slavery comes the absence of freedom (Locke 8-11). If people are tied to an obligation that is not freely given or bestowed, that profession of allegiance is not voluntary but rather, it is willed and enforce to the people. Rulers of monarchs cannot claim that they were entrusted by the people to rule over them. This means that possibly, if given the opportunity, the monarch might not be in power. Neither would they be selected by the majority. Divine right, based on this premise is defined as the voluntary entrusting of the majority which is not present in a monarchy.

Works Cited

Burke, Edmund. "Reflections on the Revolution in France." 25 May 2000. McMaster University Website. Web. 6 April 2015.
Locke, John. "Two Treaties of Government." 11 May 2000. McMaster University Website. Web. 6 April 2015.