john Locke fled England in 1683 primarily due to his opposition to the authoritarian policies of King James II and the growing threat of religious persecution. As a prominent advocate for individual rights and religious tolerance, Locke faced increasing danger from the monarchy's attempts to consolidate power and suppress dissent. His departure was part of a broader context of political unrest, which included the Glorious Revolution of 1688, after which he returned to England.
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