note).

Wherefore, in order that men may live together in harmony, and may aid one another, it is necessary that they should forego their natural right, and, for the sake of security, refrain from all actions which can injure their fellow--men.

The way in which this end can be obtained, so that men who are necessarily a prey to their emotions (IV.

iv.
Coroll.), inconstant, and diverse, should be able to render each other mutually secure, and feel mutual trust, is evident from IV.
vii.

and III.xxxix.