Natural Law Jurisprudence: A Primer

Natural Law Jurisprudence: A Primer

Professor Robert George presents a philosophical discussion about the nature of law. What do we mean when we speak about “law”? Is the concept of rights useful or confusing? What are the traditional or classical theories about jurisprudence?

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What does “law” mean? Professor Robert George explains that confusion can arise about the meaning of law because the term can be used in more than one context. Professor George outlines three main ways to talk about the law - ranging from univers ... What does “law” mean? Professor Robert George explains that confusion can arise about the meaning of law because the term can be used in more than one context. Professor George outlines three main ways to talk about the law - ranging from universal meaning to particular, localized legal systems.

Robert P. George is McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions at Princeton University.

As always, the Federalist Society takes no position on particular legal or public policy issues; all expressions of opinion are those of the speaker.

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