The commonwealth is a unified entity under the sovereign's rule from "summary" of Hobbes: Leviathan by Thomas Hobbes
In a commonwealth, the multitude is united in one person, or at least in one assembly of one person, called a sovereign. This sovereign has the authority to represent them all and act as their representative in every particular matter concerning the peace and security of the people. The sovereign's power comes from the consent of every individual in the commonwealth. Once this consent is given, the sovereign becomes the embodiment of the entire commonwealth, with the authority to act on their behalf. The unity of the commonwealth is crucial for its functioning and survival. Without this unity, the commonwealth would descend into chaos and conflict, with each individual pursuing their own interests at the expense of others. By coming together under the sovereign's rule, the people ensure their mutual protection and security. The sovereign's power is absolute and indivisible, as any division would weaken the commonwealth and make it vulnerable to internal strife and external threats. The sovereign's rule is based on the social cont...
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