Giving the Law to Yourself

The video explores the Roman and Renaissance republican views on freedom, emphasizing that true freedom is freedom from arbitrary power. This requires active democratic citizenship, where individuals participate in the political sphere to ensure laws reflect their will. The video outlines that a republican state must have laws as the sole rulers, with no discretionary powers, to uphold freedom. Active citizenship is crucial for maintaining freedom from arbitrary power.

Explain the significance of self-government in the context of the Roman and Renaissance republican understanding of freedom.

What does the author mean by 'the law must be a reflection of your will'?