moral law Flashcards
basic
human action so that it can be
right and good
moral law
provides direction of a person’s
action to be responsible and
relevant to others.
who said this?
Immanuel Kant
wisdom and mind of God directing human
actions. This is the principle of rule, dominion,
guidance and care of God.
eternal law
A human part, as a rational being.
The human person has the ability to take care
of not only his or her life but the rest of
God’s creation.
natural law
derived from
Natural Law
human law or civil law
inherent in human beings. It is the possibility that human is acting in
accordance with his/her judgment and personal plan.
freedom
freedom for
love and service
Consider a society where the
government fails to protect the basic rights
of its citizens. According to _______, the
people have the right to revolt and establish
a government that respects their rights.
Natural Law / Lex Naturalis
John Locke, in his Second Treatise of
Government
Human law, also known
positive law
refers to laws that are created
and enacted by human beings through
legislative bodies, constitutions, or other
formal processes.
human law
Do Good and Avoid Evi
Eternal Law
Saint Thomas Aquinas
Maria decides to forgive Anna
Love
volunteer as a teacher
in an underprivileged community
service