The Savage State
"The Savage State" is a term often used to describe a hypothetical condition of human existence before the establishment of organized societies and governments. In this state, individuals live in a natural environment, relying on their instincts and basic survival skills. It is characterized by a lack of social structures, laws, and formal institutions, leading to a life that is often solitary and precarious.
Philosophers like Jean-Jacques Rousseau have discussed the concept, suggesting that humans in the savage state are free and equal, uncorrupted by civilization. However, this state is also associated with violence and competition for resources, highlighting the challenges of living without societal support.