Discuss to what extent each philosopher’s religious views influenced their thoughts on government and society.

Thomas Hobbes 
Thomas Hobbes began to believe that the church should be controlled by the King. He feared that conflict with religion can lead to a civil war. Thus, he believes that everyone should follow the king or be put to death.
John Locke 
John Locke, for the most part, agreed with Thomas Hobbes that people's faith should be with the King. However, he believed that everyone should follow their own religion.

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