Jeremy Bentham Quotes
A collection of quotes by Jeremy Bentham.
Jeremy Bentham (1748-1832) was an influential British philosopher, jurist, and social reformer. He was known for his utilitarian philosophy, which stressed the importance of maximizing happiness and minimizing pain for the greatest number of people. Bentham advocated for democratic reforms, equal rights for women, prison and legal reforms, and freedom of expression. He proposed the concept of the Panopticon, a prison design that allowed for constant surveillance, and contributed to the development of modern penal systems. Bentham's writings, including his major work "Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation," continue to influence moral and political theories today.
