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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Why should a modern person bother learning about ancient or medieval jurisprudence? Professor Robert George explores the timeless questions about law that were pondered by great thinkers across different times and cultures. The questions are still re ... Why should a modern person bother learning about ancient or medieval jurisprudence? Professor Robert George explores the timeless questions about law that were pondered by great thinkers across different times and cultures. The questions are still relevant today for those who want to understand the nature of law and its implications.

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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