Beginning with political philosophy in history, particularly its classical roots to enlightenment political philosophy and more modern writings, Strauss articulates the answer to the titled question.

• 施特劳斯由历史上的政治哲学开始谈起，特别着重于启蒙运动政治哲学的古典根源以及更多现代的作品，从而阐明了讲座题目的答案。