argues that religion and law should join together to harmonize society, but in reality the text demonstrates that society would collapse if they are both joined. In Sophocles, Antigone seems to represent the difference between divine law and human law. Antigone’s brothers were at war against each other in a battle for the throne of Thebes, she decides to prevent her brothers from killing themselves. At
Antigone: Divine Law vs. Human Law Possibly the most prominent theme in Sophocles' "Antigone" is the concept of divine law vs. human law. In the story the two brothers, Eteocles and Polyneices have slain each other in battle. The new King Creon, who assumed the throne after Eteocles' death, decrees that because Polyneices committed treason against the king, he shall not be buried, but instead "He shall be left unburied for all to watch The corpse mutilated and eaten by carrion-birds and by dogs"
1 The Law of Human Nature As human beings, the author says we are like other creatures on earth that are governed by laws of gravity, or certain biological laws that govern things on this earth; we have no choice but to obey. There is, though, one law that we can choose to obey or not. It is a law that we call the law of human decent behavior. It doesn't matter what part of the world we live in, Dr. Lewis says, people differ very little when it comes to right and wrong as related to the law of human
discuss the impact Human Rights Law has upon the aspects of domestic family law in the United Kingdom in relation to abortion. It will analyse and provide insight into how Human Rights Law has impacted, if at all, on the law of abortion, as a medical intervention, within the United Kingdom. This essay aims to use case law and legislation as a main source but other sources will be utilised to construct a logical argument on this topic. The essay will focus primarily on abortion law and decisions within
Antigone: Divine Law vs. Human Law The play entitled Antigone was written by a man named Sophocles, a scholarly author of philosophy and logic. The play Antigone is probably one of the most prominent interpretations of a tragic drama. The two main characters of the play are Antigone and Creon. There is much conflict between Antigone and Creon throughout the play, both of them having their own ideas and opinions regarding divine law versus human law. The theme that I am going to analyze is the conflict
Table of Contents I. Introduction II. Islamic Law a. Background, principles, practice III. Universal Human Rights a. Definition, overview, acceptance IV. Argument V. Islamic Law in Accordance with Human Rights VI. Islamic Law in Collision with Human Rights VII. Conclusion VIII. Bibliography As we have gained access to more technology over the centuries, we have also gained access to more information. The more access to information that we are granted, the smaller our
highest source of international law besides jus cogens norms that have binding effect on the parties that ratify them.2 International human rights treaties rely on the “name and shame” mechanisms to pressure states to improve practices.3 However with “toothless” international human rights norms, moral coercion is not always effective. An empirical study conducted by Professor Oona Hathaway assessing the effect of human rights treaty ratification on human rights compliance, maintains in its
INTRODUCTION It is well known that international humanitarian law (the “IHL”) and International Human Rights Law (the “IHRL”) are two distinct disciplines. In recent years, however, the relationship between IHL and HRL has become very controversial. The interaction between IHL and IHRL raises a number of difficulties; however this was not always the case. Prior to the introduction of the UN Charter, a State had to make a declaration of war before engaging in armed conflict. As a result there was
Connecting international human rights law and international humanitarian law i. Justifications used for developing these two branches of law Both branches of law evolved from the universal declaration of human rights (UDHR) in 1948, which was adopted by the UN shortly after the end of WWII. This international effort came as a response to the ethical obligations to seek better recognition and respect to the states’ obligations towards their people. International Human Rights law (IHRL) is the set of
The United States Law Banning Genetic Cloning of Humans Genetic cloning has become an issue in these past years, and many questions have arisen due to this scientific breakthrough. As with any new technology, ethical and moral ideals have clashed between those who support it and those who favor the opposing side. The dispute involves what to do with our ability to clone and manipulate DNA of human beings, plants, and animals, and whether it is ethical for us to pursue research and experiments
the Jamaican Constitution (and other CCS) blindly preserved much of their colonial legacy when Jamaica gained independence on August 6th, 1962. Most notably, Jamaica retained the Westminster Style parliament (which dominates the CCR) and the Common Law legal system. Having mirrored their colonial masters, these constitutional documents of the CCR, were in no way autochthonous or the product of any sustained political discourse. In fact, history shows that that there was no ideological debate prompting
Human rights seem to be one of the most current issues worldwide. Uncountable efforts have being made to assure the avoidance of violations and abuse of them during human history. However, it is not just until the end of World War II that joined efforts by most of the countries in the world were visible, being public international law one of the ways to . It could be said that public international law is one of those important efforts that promote the defence and implementation of human rights
Human Rights and John Rawls The Law of Peoples Abstract: Which political and juridical foundation can justify the transit from the Western, particular, to the universal? John Rawls tries to answer this question in his article, "The Law of Peoples," proposing a kind of contract or agreement. A first agreement should be attained among liberal-democratic societies on a few political and social issues such as human rights. Then this agreement can be widened to non-liberal/democratic but well organized
Divine Law versus Human Law Sophocles' famous play, Antigone, can be perceived as a conflict between individual conscience and state policy. Yet the issue of the play goes beyond that conflict and touches the universal conditions of suffering, religion, and loyalty. Through Antigone's character--which represents the spheres of family loyalty, divine law, and human suffering, Sophocles conveys the idea that a law of man that violates religious law is not a law at all. He expresses this idea by
the existence of a Law of Human Nature using deductive reasoning. Deductive reasoning begins with a broad statement and comes to a conclusion about an individual idea. In the excerpt given from chapter one, Lewis introduces the concept of law, the physical and biological laws humans cannot disobey which is a universal concept. He makes the claim that there is a law “peculiar to his human nature, the law he does not share with animals or vegetables or inorganic things,” and this law people can choose
Temmi Lattin Mrs. Hill English 9 29 February 2014 Divine Presence vs Human Law- Which one overrules the other? Ever since the beginning of days, people have pondered the question of whether or not any gods exist and if they do, are they in control? In Sophocles’ Antigone, the reader is introduced to two opposing characters: Antigone and Creon. Creon, the king of Thebes, decrees that Polynices, who led an army against Thebes, is a traitor and therefore may not be buried. Antigone, a strong and persistent
to 18 years of age. The vast majority of adolescents who suffer from poverty, neglect and abuse, do not commit crimes. They struggle in their chaotic environment with little or no support but public concern focuses on the juveniles, which break the law and enter the ‘system.’ For years the manner in which juveniles or adolescents have been cared for or disciplined has shifted back and forth between treatment and punishment. Presently, in the United States, the shift has moved toward more public involvement
person, are Spiritual Law. Bertram Cates, although a Christian, also believes in evolution. Unlike Bertram Cates, Antigone’s spiritual beliefs fit within the dominant religion of her time. For both Antigone and Bertram Cates, the Human Law of their time does not agree with their spiritual beliefs. Bertram Cates and Antigone may believe differently than each other, they both agree that Spiritual Law takes precedence over Human Law. Antigone and Bertram Cates both broke Human Law because it contradicted
anti-terrorism laws on human rights and are these justified in ensuring national security? Within the last decade, research has contributed to understanding the effects of anti-terrorism laws. It is at the forefront of current legislation and is a topic of debate as in recent years the laws put in place to protect national security in the UK have changed drastically when compared to pre-9/11. This literature review will contribute to current research by looking at the effects UK Anti-terrorism laws have
Puritanical Law Versus Human Nature Try as they might, humans will never escape the compulsions hardwired into their natures; just as the need to eat and drink cannot be suppressed, the need to love and be loved remains unavoidable. Likewise is the human passion for truth and, though more frequently denied, is the draw to material possessions. Society has sought to quell human nature through various methods, all of which only lead to guilt and hypocrisy. For instance, the Puritan society depicted