Nature of Jurisprudence – Schools of Thought
Natural Law Ancient Schools Roman Schools Medieval Phase Renaissance / Social Contract Era Social Contract Theorists Immanuel Kant Revival Questions Case Studies (philosophical dilemmas) Terms References
Jurisprudence -Understanding the Science of Law
Introduction Jurisprudence, often described as the philosophy or theory of law, seeks to answer fundamental questions about the nature, function, and scope of law. Thinkers like Bentham, Austin, Holland, and Salmond have provided influential definitions and classifications, each of which has shaped the study of law in unique ways. This article elaborates on their contributions, […]
Jurisprudence – Introduction
Notes What is law? And what is the nature of law? Interpretation of law demands a contextual understanding of other fields — philosophical, sociological, anthropological, psychological, and more. Law is made by society, for society. John Austin: Law is sovereign command. Law is also shaped by society through its observations, its sociological perspectives, and the […]
