Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a Swiss Enlightenment philosopher known for his radical ideas on democracy, equality, liberty, and the common good.
Philosopher
June 28, 1712
Cancer
July 02, 1778
66
Geneva, Switzerland
Jean-Jacques Rousseau, a prominent 18th-century political thinker, was born in Geneva in 1712. He is renowned for his influential works, such as “Discourse on the Origin and Basis of Inequality Among Men” and “Emile, or On Education,” which delve into the social contract and the connection between individuals and society. Rousseau’s concepts on education and personal freedom continue to shape contemporary political thought. Additionally, he authored “Confessions” and “The Social Contract” and contributed to the composition of several operas, including “Le Devin du Village.”
As a Swiss Enlightenment philosopher, Rousseau held radical ideas and fervently advocated for democracy, equality, liberty, and the promotion of the common good.
