Maxim 12.11.5
What is given to the church is given to God.
Quod Ecclesiae datur, Deo datur.
Source: 2 Inst. 590; Weisman, 49k
Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable
Explanation
Property dedicated to religious use is held in trust for a sacred purpose — its diversion to secular ends is a breach of that trust.
Where this applies
- Property given to the church is held in trust for sacred purposes.
- Church property shouldn't be diverted to secular uses.
- What is dedicated to God should be used for God's purposes.
Legal domains
See also
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 12.11.5 — What is given to the church is given to God. — 2 Inst. 590; Weisman, 49k (Quod Ecclesiae datur, Deo datur.)
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