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NeCede's

Maxim 12.11.2

The Christian religion is a part of the common law of England.

Religio Christiana est pars juris communis Angliae.

Source: Lofft 327; Taylor's Case, 1 Vent. 293; 3 Keb. 607; Weisman, 49i Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

The common law historically recognized Christianity as part of its moral foundation — not as an established church, but as the source of the moral principles upon which the law was built.

Where this applies

  • The common law has Christian moral principles at its foundation.
  • Christianity is historically part of the common law tradition.
  • The moral foundations of the common law are rooted in Christian principles.

Topics

God & Divine Law

Legal domains

constitutional

See also

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 12.11.2 — The Christian religion is a part of the common law of England. — Lofft 327; Taylor's Case, 1 Vent. 293; 3 Keb. 607; Weisman, 49i (Religio Christiana est pars juris communis Angliae.)

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